
Introduction to Modern Vehicle Design
Julian Happian-Smith(Editor)
Butterworth-Heinemann (Publisher)
Published on 16. July 2001
Book
Paperback/Softback
632 pages
978-0-7506-5044-1 (ISBN)
Description
An Introduction to Modern Vehicle Design provides a thorough introduction to the many aspects of passenger car design in one volume. Starting with basic principles, the author builds up analysis procedures for all major aspects of vehicle and component design. Subjects of current interest to the motor industry, such as failure prevention, designing with modern materials, ergonomics and control systems are covered in detail, and the author concludes with a discussion on the future trends in automobile design.
With contributions from both academics lecturing in motor vehicle engineering and those working in the industry, "An Introduction to Modern Vehicle Design" provides students with an excellent overview and background in the design of vehicles before they move on to specialised areas. Filling the niche between the more descriptive low level books and books which focus on specific areas of the design process, this unique volume is essential for all students of automotive engineering.
With contributions from both academics lecturing in motor vehicle engineering and those working in the industry, "An Introduction to Modern Vehicle Design" provides students with an excellent overview and background in the design of vehicles before they move on to specialised areas. Filling the niche between the more descriptive low level books and books which focus on specific areas of the design process, this unique volume is essential for all students of automotive engineering.
Reviews / Votes
"This book is an educational text which gives a brief introduction to a wide variety of areas whilst stimulating readers to pursue their studies...I have found the book easy and interesting to read and there are areas where I have picked up new knowledge...I would recommend this text to my automotive engineering students." --Penny Taylor, formerly University of Hertfordshire, UKMore details
Language
English
Place of publication
Oxford
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Elsevier Science & Technology
Target group
College/higher education
Adult education
Undergraduates in automotive engineering. HND students studying motor vehicle engineering. Other undergraduates studying automotive options.
Dimensions
Height: 216 mm
Width: 279 mm
Weight
1100 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-7506-5044-1 (9780750650441)
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Content
Automotive engineering development
Modern materials and their incorporation into vehicle design
The manufacturing challenge for automotive designers
Body design
Chassis design and analysis
Crashworthiness and its influence on vehicle design
Noise vibration and harshness
Occupant accommodation: and ergonomics approach
Suspension systems and their components
Control systems in automobiles
The design of engine characteristics for vehicle use
Transmissions
Braking systems
Failure prevention - the role of endurance and durability studies in the design and manufacture of reliable vehicles
Future trends in automobile design
Modern materials and their incorporation into vehicle design
The manufacturing challenge for automotive designers
Body design
Chassis design and analysis
Crashworthiness and its influence on vehicle design
Noise vibration and harshness
Occupant accommodation: and ergonomics approach
Suspension systems and their components
Control systems in automobiles
The design of engine characteristics for vehicle use
Transmissions
Braking systems
Failure prevention - the role of endurance and durability studies in the design and manufacture of reliable vehicles
Future trends in automobile design