September 4, 2024, Automotive Technology Study Program of Poltrada Bali conducted an international Community Service activity by visiting the Malaysian Institute of Road Safety Research (MIROS) PC3 Crash Lab, Tiang Dua, Malacca, Malaysia. This activity aimed to provide in-depth education on the importance of road safety in maintaining the security of international transportation. This activity carried the theme “the cricital role of driving safety in ensuring secure international transport”.
During the event, participants received hands-on training in crash testing, starting with the preparation of human dummies equipped with various sensors on different parts of the body. High-speed cameras were used to accurately capture crash details, and tests were conducted for both side crashes and front crashes.
Participants also had the opportunity to witness live crash test demonstrations, providing insights into the performance of vehicle safety systems. The crash test data is crucial for analyzing potential accident risks and serves as the basis for developing new safety technologies. One innovation resulting from this research is the addition of airbags on the vehicle’s sides, which are considered high-risk areas, aimed at enhancing passenger safety in the future.
Through this event, it is expected that the knowledge gained will contribute to improving safety in international transport, in line with the growing demand for safe and efficient transportation in the era of globalization.