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- 2018Comparison of impact energy absorbance by various combinations of hip protector and flooring materialcitations
- 2018Water vapor sorption and glass transition temperatures of phase-separated amorphous blends of hydrophobically-modified starch and sucrosecitations
- 2018Effect of Temperature on Conductivity of PLA-Carbon 3D Printed Components.
- 2012Characterisation of the performance of sustainable grout containing bentonite for geotechnical applications
- 2010Analysis of marine biofouling on R16 water injection riser, Schiehallion oilfield, west of Shetland.
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Comparison of impact energy absorbance by various combinations of hip protector and flooring material
Abstract
Understanding the nature of blunt force trauma and the energies involved is key to their effective attenuation. This study compares and analyses the energy absorbance of various combinations of hip protectors and flooring materials to identify fracture prevention design variables. Improved understanding and prevention is critical with an estimated 4.5 million people worldwide suffering a hip fracture each year by 2050. Testing is performed using a dynamic impact rig instrumented with linear encoders and a piezoelectric impact load cell. This allows for high rate force and displacement measurement to be achieved during impact. Results show the effects of deceleration rate on peak load and measurably define the impact pattern for a range of protective materials with compliant flooring and hip protectors reducing impact forces below the suggested fracture threshold (3742N). Flooring type is shown to significantly affect the performance of protective pads. A combination of soft shell protector with carpet and underlay showed the highest force attenuation (68%). The study shows that the effective selection and implementation of hip protectors in homes and care facilities must include the consideration of flooring type. The identification of peak deceleration rates will also inform the future development of gradient-density protective aids.