Navigating the Future of Female Occupant Safety and Regulatory Change
The THOR-5F represents the most significant update to female crash-test anthropomorphic test devices in decades. With NHTSA releasing the latest design specifications and advancing discussions toward regulatory adoption, the industry is entering a new phase of occupant-centric development. This Tech Exchange brings together experts, manufacturers, and safety leaders to clarify what THOR-5F means for testing, design, and the next generation of safety systems. Join us as we break down the science, the policy, and the practical steps needed to prepare for upcoming changes.
WHY IT MATTERS
For this event, OEMs and suppliers have access to a validated test device specifically designed to reflect small female occupants with greater biofidelity, richer sensor instrumentation, and significantly improved posture and injury measurement capabilities. As regulators address long-standing gaps in female safety representation, the THOR-5F is poised to influence future FMVSS updates, consumer rating programs, and internal validation strategies. Understanding how this ATD behaves, how it differs from legacy devices, and how it may be integrated into regulatory and NCAP protocols is critical for any team designing seats, restraints, or vehicle safety systems. This event helps teams get ahead of the curve—before requirements become mandates.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Participants will gain a technical and regulatory understanding of the THOR-5F, including its anatomy, instrumentation, measurement capabilities, and the scientific rationale behind its development. We’ll review the latest updates from NHTSA, timelines for potential rulemaking, and the impact these changes may have on OEM programs and supplier testing workflows. Experts will share lessons learned from evaluations, as well as practical considerations for integration, calibration, certification, and data interpretation. The session is designed to be interactive, offering space for discussion, Q&A, and knowledge sharing.
EVENT DATES
March, 2026
EVENT LOCATION
Humanetics Europe GmbH
Airport Boulevard B210
77836 Rheinmünster
AGENDA
Agenda to follow soon
Questions?
If you have any questions, please contact: [email protected].