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Initial Speed

Suzuki: 37 - 43 mph
Ford: 46 - 54 mph

Impact Speed

Suzuki: 35 - 41 mph
Ford: 40 - 48 mph

Available Reaction Time
Before Impact

Suzuki: 1.3 - 1.4 sec
Ford: ~same

Peak Collision Force/Accel

Suzuki: 92,000 lb / 22 - 24 g
Ford: 92,000 lb / 23 - 25 g

Delta-V @ PDOF

Suzuki: 26 mph @ -65 deg
Ford: 29 mph @ 33 deg

Peak Curb Impact Force

Suzuki: 38,000 lb

Required Technologies

SIMON 3-D Vehicle Dynamics Simulation Model
Tire-Terrain Model (Radial Spring with Sidewall Impact)
DyMESH 3-D Collision Model, Version 3
HVE 3-D Terrain Model