Restraint Systems
Dr. Renfroe has studied the mechanical properties of seatbelt buckles and retractor systems. Dr. Renfroe and Dr. Thorbole, Biomechanist & Occupant Motion Specialist, have an understanding of the interaction of the seatback and airbags in occupant motion during vehicle collisions. Most significantly they understand the effects of airbag deployment timing and seatback deflection during a collision on occupant injury potential.
The next video is an excerpt of an interview Dr. Renfroe did with CNN concerning his analysis of the fatal accident of Princess Diana.
The next video excerpt is from one of our seatbelt buckle tests.
The Engineering Institute provides engineering consulting, research and public services relating to the automotive industry.
Organized in 1984 by Dr. David A. Renfroe, The Engineering Institute is now a three-way partnership between Dr. David A. Renfroe, Dr. Stephen A. Batzer and Stanley Andrews.
Expert Services: Vehicle Safety Research, Safe Vehicle Component Designs and Accident Reconstruction.
Presentation Services: Trial Director Presentations, Large Format Diagrams, Animation and Digitization.
Other Services: Complete Lab, Shop and Test Facilities, Vehicle and Evidence Storage and Low Speed Rear Impact Injury Analysis.
13045 W. Hwy 62
P.O. Box 610
Farmington, Arkansas 72730
479-846-8000
479-846-8002 Fax
Office Hours: 8a.m. - 5p.m., M-F
Email: info@enginst.org