Analysis of human behavior and the limitations and capabilities
of people as they use a product or participate in an activity
can provide a better understanding of how accidents occur.
Exponent consultants evaluate the performance of children
and adults engaged in tasks such as ladder climbing, handling
toys and small implements, and operating vehicle controls.
Exponent used this and other extensive computer simulations of ballistics
and biomechanics results in the American Bar Association's mock trial
presentation: "The United States v. Lee Harvey Oswald."
916 K
GM retained Exponent to determine what type of trunk release mechanism
children could identify, touch, and operate if they become trapped.
