Materials and Automotive Bumper Industry

1) What is a bumper? A bumper is a shield made of steel, aluminium, rubber, or plastic that is mounted on the front and rear of a passenger car. When a low speed collision occurs, the bumper system absorbs the shock to prevent or reduce damage to the car. Some bumpers use energy absorbers or brackets and others are made with a foam cushioning material. http://www.nhtsa.dot.gov/cars/problems/studies/Bumper/Index.html …

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