Совершенствование технического регулирования в области безопасности конструкции автобусов

Introduction. The safety level of buses design, which transport a large number of passengers should constantly improve and include the safety of buses seat belts, seats, head restraints, bodywork, etc. The purpose of the study was to assess the bus passengers safety effectiveness based on the using various seat belts types depending on the distance between the bus seats backs. Methodology and research methods . Experimental studies were carried out by means of field test method in accordance with the UN Rules for certified equipment and instruments. Scientific novelty and results . The results of the study of various types seat belts effectiveness with a distance between the seats of 680, 730 and 780 mm have been obtained. Practical significance . Based on the analysis of the experimental results, recommendations regarding requirements for the design of buses and methods for testing them when making changes and additions to TR TS 018/2011 were proposed.