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Design Optimization - Methods and Applications, 2011

2011-04-12

The 12 papers in this technical paper collection focus on design optimization. Topics covered include: design optimization of front bumper system; free-form optimization method for designing automotive shell structures; air suspension system model and optimization; anti-roll bar link toggling; structural optimization for vehicle dynamics loadcases; lite composite stiffener design for pedestrian protection; and more.

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Thermal Systems Modeling and Simulation, 2011

2011-04-12

The 13 papers in this technical paper collection focus on thermal systems modeling and simulation. Topics covered include: localized heating and cooling strategies for energy efficient HVAC system; interpretation tools and concepts for heat management in the drive train of the future; thermal management of lead acid battery (Pb-A) in electric vehicle; physics based approach of heat exchanger models for vehicle thermal simulation; and more.

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In-Vehicle Networks and Software, 2011

2011-04-12

The 14 papers in this technical paper collection cover developments and proposals for in-vehicle networks and embedded software that resides in production vehicle electronic modules. Subjects covered include: protocols, gateways, vehicle control, message handling, X-by-wire, diagnostics, off-board connectivity and vehicle-to-vehicle or vehicle-to-infrastructure communications. Embedded software development topics cover requirements, implementation, algorithms, modeling, and autocode generation.

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Reliability and Robust Design in Automotive Engineering, 2011

2011-04-12

The 37 papers in this technical paper collection discuss reliability and robust design in automotive engineering. Topics covered include: model validation and verification; methods and automotive applications to assess reliability and robustness in product development; design for military ground vehicles; methods for modeling uncertainty and decision making under uncertainty; reliability development and demonstration testing, including accelerated testing; and design for Six Sigma (DFSS).

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Climate Control, 2011

2011-04-12

Climate control is a defining vehicle attribute. Performance and quality of the climate control system are critical to customer satisfaction. The 10 papers in this technical paper collection discuss recent advances in climate control. Topics covered include: alternative A/C systems, multi-zone climate control, cabin air filtration, automatic controls, and optimized energy consumption.

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Virtual Design and Engineering, 2011

2011-04-12

The ability to model various aspects of design, test and manufacturing allows for more accurate, cost effective and faster development and product delivery to market. Containing 16 papers, this technical paper collection will showcase the creation and application of various tools that will allow for the design and manufacture of parts, equipment, facilities and tests that eliminate the need for physical part prototyping early in a program.

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Biomechanics, 2011

2011-04-12

The 5 papers in this technical paper collection focus on biomechanics in occupant protection. Topics include: head injury in rollovers; factors influencing thoracic and upper abdominal injuries in frontal crashes; basilar skull fractures; passenger vehicle occupant response to low-speed impacts with a tractor-semitrailer; and more.

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Rear Impact, Rollover, Side Impact, 2011

2011-04-12

The 23 papers in this technical paper collection address occupant protection with regards to rear impact, rollover, and side impact. Topics include: the effectiveness of curtain side air bags; side impact sensing calibration; door side impact countermeasure; off-road rollover dynamics; steer-induced rollovers; estimating variation in roof strength; occupant pocketing kinematics during whiplash assessments; rear occupant head restraint interaction in high-severity rear impact using BioRID and HIII; and more.

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Vehicle Aerodynamics, 2011

2011-04-12

The 28 papers in this technical paper collection cover the aerodynamics development of vehicles or vehicle subsystems. Many papers discuss the utilization of both experimental and computational tools during the development phase.

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Safety Test Methodology and Structural Crashworthiness and Occupant Safety, 2011

2011-04-12

The 13 papers in this technical paper collection look at occupant protection in terms of structural crashworthiness and safety test methodology. Topics covered include: crash energy in vehicle-to-vehicle (VTV) impacts; plastic beams for automobile low-speed rear impact; evaluation of dynamic roof deformation in rollover crash tests; vehicle integrated non-intrusive monitoring of driver biological signals; and more.

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Advanced Battery Technology, 2011

2011-04-12

Batteries pose one of the biggest challenges and opportunities on the road to electrifying the automobile. The 17 papers in this technical paper collection discuss the success or failure of hybrid, plug-in, and electric vehicles and their batteries.

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Advanced Analysis, Design and Optimization of Materials, Restraints, and Structures for Enhanced Automotive Safety and Weight Reduction, 2011

2011-04-12

The 19 papers in this technical paper collection cover innovative ideas to enhance automotive safety with improved material constitutive modeling; analysis methods; simulation and pre/post processing tools; optimization techniques; finite element model updating; model validation and verification techniques; restraint systems; and lightweight material applications and designs.

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Advanced Hybrid Vehicle Powertrains, 2011

2011-04-12

The 34 papers in this technical paper collection focus on advanced hybrid vehicle powertrains. Topics covered include: design and development of a hybrid engine powered fuel efficient urban car; alternative plug in hybrid electric vehicle utility factors; on board jump start for belted alternator starter hybrids; weather, traffic and road condition impact on velocity profile using real world data; development of parallel hybrid system for RWD vehicle; and more.

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Load Simulation and Analysis in Automotive Engineering, 2011

2011-04-12

This technical paper collection contains 53 papers focusing on load simulation and analysis. Topics covered include: virtual test rig modeling; tire and terrain mechanics modeling for load simulations; driver behavior modeling, multibody system modeling and simulation; rigid and flexible body modeling; analysis and enhancement of vehicle handling dynamics, braking/traction performance and more.

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Advanced Fuel Cell Vehicle Applications, 2011

2011-04-12

Fuel cell hybrid electric propulsion for automotive applications has the highest potential to offer both zero emissions and long range vehicles while being able to 100 percent refuel in a matter of minutes. The 11 papers in this technical paper collection cover advances in fuel cell powertrain power density; cold start optimization; hydrogen storage and fueling simulation. Modeling, simulation and testing of PEM fuel cell components and systems are also covered.

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Modeling of SI and Diesel Engines, 2011

2011-04-12

The 28 papers in this technical paper collection cover zero-dimensional, one-dimensional, and quasi-dimensional models for simulation of SI and CI engines. Topics include: engine breathing and boosting; SI combustion and emissions; CI combustion and emissions; fundamentals of engine thermodynamics; thermal management; mechanical and lubrication systems; system level models for controls; system level models for vehicle fuel economy; and emissions predictions.

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Kinetically Controlled CI Combustion (including HCCI), 2011

2011-04-12

The 23 papers in this technical paper collection cover kinetically controlled CI combustion including HCCI. Topics include: high load HCCI operation using different valving strategies in a naturally-aspirated gasoline HCCI engine; HCCI combustion engine system fueled wit ethanol reformed gases; bridging the gap between HCCI and SI: spark-assisted compression ignition; numerical investigation of HCCI combustion in an IDI type diesel engine fueled with isooctane; characterizing the influence of EGR and fuel pressure on the emissions in low temperature diesel combustion; and more.

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Multi-Dimensional Engine Modeling, 2011

2011-04-12

The 23 papers in this technical paper collection cover multi-dimensional engine modeling. Topics include: numerical study of diesel combustion regimes; a comprehensive numerical study of diesel fuel spray formation with open FOAM; optimization of injection strategies to reduce emission for 2-cycle engine; LES calculations of a four cylinder engine; effect of turbulence boundary conditions to CFD simulation; and more.

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Fuel Injection and Sprays, 2011

2011-04-12

The 18 papers in this technical paper collection are devoted to experimental and computational work in the area of diesel fuel injection systems and sprays. Topics include: spray characterization, cavitation, multi-phase jet modeling, CFD models for spray processes, wall films and impingement, hydraulic circuit analysis, and dissolved gas effects.

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Direct Injection SI Engine Technology, 2011

2011-04-12

The 18 papers in this technical paper collection cover direct injection SI engine technology. Topics include: GDi multi-hole injector internal flow and spray analysis; European lean gasoline direct injection vehicle benchmark; measures to reduce particulate emissions of gasoline direct injection engines; high frequency ignition system for gasoline direct injection engines; and more.