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Federal Register · January 3, 2025
The title they went with Anthropomorphic Test Devices, HIII 5TH Percentile Female Test Dummy; Incorporation by Reference Noisy translates that to

The crash test dummy for women just got a hardware update

What happened
The US transportation safety agency updated the specifications for the crash test dummy that represents a small woman. This means the physical dummies used in car safety tests will now be more consistent across manufacturers and provide more reliable data.
Why it matters
For years, the crash test dummy representing a small woman has had physical inconsistencies, leading to variations in how different manufacturers' dummies performed. This update fixes those issues, making the data from crash tests more accurate and comparable. It means car manufacturers will have a more standardized tool to design safer vehicles for a wider range of occupants.
The signal
Watch for any changes in vehicle safety ratings or design adjustments from car manufacturers that specifically address the improved accuracy of these test dummies.
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