Road safety barriers: present and future developments

This paper presents results of crash tests that provide some insight into vehicle-barrier crash pulses, occupant and vehicle kinematics and desirable occupant protection systems related to existing barrier profiles and properties and what are the most suitable vehicle and barrier crashworthiness features essential for safe vehicle redirection. The paper also argues, using some real-world examples, in favour of bringing together road designers and car manufacturers with associated regulatory bodies to emphasise a holistic perspective to enhance occupant protection in road crashes. (a) For the covering entry of this conference, please see ITRD abstract no. E212664.