| Abstract: |
The use of composite materials in automobile structures has increased due to the growing demand for vehicles that are safe, lightweight, and fuel-efficient. Impact resistance and crashworthiness are two of the most important performance requirements for guaranteeing passenger safety in crashes. Although composite materials have great specific strength and the capacity to absorb energy, their failure mechanisms under impact loading are intricate and very different from those of conventional metallic materials. The impact and crashworthiness performance of composite structures utilized in automotive applications are thoroughly analyzed in this review study. Energy absorption and failure behavior are examined in relation to material systems, reinforcement architecture, manufacturing techniques, and geometrical design. Future research areas, comparison investigations with metallic counterparts, and present obstacles are also emphasized. |
