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@article{192799,
        author = {Jaydeep Jogel and Yogesh Dholariya},
        title = {Design, Materials, and Crashworthiness of Front Bumper Beams in Monocoque Passenger Cars: A Review},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2026},
        volume = {12},
        number = {9},
        pages = {3341-3345},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=192799},
        abstract = {The chassis serves as the fundamental structural component of a vehicle, responsible for supporting all external loads while ensuring driver safety through high-stiffness and low-mass design. In modern performance and formula-style vehicles, the transition from traditional steel space frames to composite monocoque structures has significantly enhanced specific stiffness and crashworthiness. This paper provides a comprehensive review of the design, material selection, and structural analysis of the front bumper beam and its integration within a monocoque chassis. The study examines the role of the front impact zone as a primary energy-absorbing structure, focusing on the mechanical response of composite sandwich panels and metallic thin-walled tubes under axial impact. We review various methodologies for assessing structural integrity, including Finite Element Analysis (FEA) for front, side, and rear impact simulations, and the application of Classical Lamination Theory (CLT) for optimizing carbon fiber reinforced polymers (CFRP). Furthermore, the paper discusses the impact of geometric parameters, such as corner bluntness, on mass-specific energy absorption (MSEA) and the trade-offs between core materials, such as aluminium honeycomb and Nomex, in sandwich constructions. By synthesizing recent advancements in impact attenuation and manufacturing techniques, this review identifies key performance indicators for developing safer and more efficient front-end structures in automotive engineering.},
        keywords = {Monocoque chassis, front bumper beam, composite materials, energy absorption, finite element analysis (FEA), and crashworthiness.},
        month = {February},
        }