---

Examining the state-of-the-art in passenger car vehicle safety, Automotive Safety Handbook is the essential reference book on safety engineering. The first and only book with extensive coverage of both active and passive safety systems, Automotive Safety Handbook describes basic relationships and new developments related to accident avoidance (including the man/machine interface) and mitigation of injuries.

In addition to detail on accident avoidance, occupant protection, and biomechanics, the book features thorough discussion of the interrelationships among the occupant, the vehicle, and the restraint system (in frontal, lateral, and rear impacts and rollover). Other subjects covered include safety legislation, vehicle body and interior design, accident simulation tests, pedestrian protection, and compatibility.

With safety being continually cited as the performance characteristic most important to consumers, safety engineering is one of the most critical topics in the automotive industry. Automotive Safety Handbook is a valuable reference for experts and students interested not only in the details of safety engineering, but also in the broad perspective of vehicle safety.