In order to analyze the human properties for
impacts, authors are developing the finite element
(FE) model of the whole human body. In this report,
the FE model of the lower extremity was developed
and validated to analyze the impact responses
of the lower extremities. Furthermore, the injury
mechanism of the lower leg was investigated using
this model. The results are as follows: 1) The
FE model of the lower extremity was found to have
good agreement with experiments, and 2) In case
of toe impact, the results acquired from the simulations
could explain one of the injury mechanisms in
actual front impact situations.