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Research Reports |
| Title: | Low-Impact, High Toughness Transportation Barriers |
| Authors: | Paul R. Heyliger, Doug Allen, Michael Lebsack, and Thomas Wilson |
| University: | Colorado State University |
| Publication Date: | Oct 2012 |
| Report #: | MPC-12-249 |
| Project #: | MPC-328, MPC-291 |
| TRID #: | 01455834 |
| Keywords: | alternatives analysis, crash cushions, dynamic tests, energy absorption, escape lanes, highway safety, static tests |
| Type: | Research Report – MPC Publications |
Alternatives to existing transportation truck escape ramps and crash barriers are examined using arrays of wood, bamboo, and fiberglass structural elements that act as energy absorbers as they deform. The behaviors of each material type are analyzed to determine if they have the necessary potential for extensive use in such applications. Calculations based upon static and dynamic testing are made to predict the type of system required to bring vehicles to a stop. The findings are discussed and guidelines for future applications are suggested.
Heyliger, Paul R., Doug Allen, Michael Lebsack, and Thomas Wilson. Low-Impact, High Toughness Transportation Barriers, MPC-12-249. North Dakota State University - Upper Great Plains Transportation Institute, Fargo: Mountain-Plains Consortium, 2012.
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