Performance

Clients rely on Packer engineers to assess a multitude of design issues such as occupant safety, ergonomic design, crashworthiness and durability, control system and product performance.

Human Performance – We focus on the application of data regarding human capabilities to assess or predict performance in complex environments. Key issues include the information processing capabilities of the human brain, the capabilities and limitations of the sensory processing system, and the physical attributes and capabilities of the musculoskeletal system. Human factors applications involve concentration on the characteristics of humans which need to be considered when designing and manufacturing the equipment, systems, procedures, tasks, and environments necessary for optimal safety, use, operation, efficiency, maintainability, and comfort.

Machinery/Equipment/Component Performance - We validate, computer algorithms including crash sensing, occupant detection, human-machine interface, and automotive body computer applications.  We apply model-based development and Artificial Intelligence optimization techniques to increase engineering productivity and maximize product performance.

Materials Performance - Understanding the characteristics of materials is vitally important to being able to make materials more reliable and useful to society. Our engineers’ knowledge of a material’s physical, chemical, and mechanical properties allows them to determine if the material will meet specified challenges. Clients from the telecommunications, steel and foundry, transportation, manufacturing, and utilities industries often rely on us to provide expert testing and analysis of materials.