Swedish Researchers Have Developed The First Female Crash Dummy

Owning a car and having a driver’s license has become as common as having a coffee in the morning. Most people you know have sat behind the wheel at least once in their lives; however, it remains one of the most dangerous modes of travel as well.

To cut back the potential for injury or death, car manufacturers have used test dummies, making the necessary changes based on findings to ensure the least amount of damage to the driver should an accident occur.

Shockingly, said test dummies were designed to represent how the average male body would react to a crash, ignoring the other half of the population and leading to far greater risks for women drivers. But now, we as a species are finally making strides towards inclusivity, all thanks to Dr. Astrid Linder and a team of Swedish engineers. Let’s get into the details!

Swedish Researchers Have Developed The First Female Crash Dummy, First Tests Reveal Significant Differences Between The Sexes