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Load Simulation and Vehicle Performance, 2014

2014-04-01

This technical paper collection focuses on new theory, formulation and modeling of amplitude-, frequency- and temperature-dependent nonlinear components/systems such as rubber and hydraulic mounts or bushings, shock absorbers, and any joint friction/damping; dynamic characterization through lab and field testing; Linearization methodology; Model validation, application, and sensitivity analysis in vehicle system/subsystem simulations; Nonlinear system identification, modeling, and application in testing accuracy improvement, etc.

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Vehicle Aerodynamics, 2014

2014-04-01

This technical paper collection covers vehicle aerodynamic development, drag reduction and fuel economy, handling and stability, cooling flows, surface soiling and water management, vehicle internal environment, tyre aerodynamics and modelling, aeroacoustics, structural response to aerodynamic loading, simulating the on-road environment, onset flow turbulence, unsteady aerodynamics, fundamental flow structures, new test methods and facilities, new applications of computational fluid dynamics simulation, competition vehicle aerodynamics.

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Advanced Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Powertrains, 2014

2014-04-01

This technical paper collection covers new production and near-production hybrid powertrains, hybrid architecture, and testing.

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Noise and Vibration, 2014

2014-04-01

This technical paper collection covers intake/exhaust/powertrain and chassis noise and vibration.

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Emission Measurement and Testing, 2014

2014-04-01

This technical paper collection covers emissions measuring techniques and testing regimes including new analysis techniques and the novel application of existing techniques, the comparison of existing and proposed testing regimes with real world experience, including modeling.

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Multi-Dimentional Engine Modeling, 2014

2014-04-01

The technical paper collection covers advances in the development and application of models and tools involved in multi-dimensional engine modeling. This includes advances in chemical kinetics, combustion and spray modeling, turbulence, heat transfer, mesh generation, and approaches targeting improved computational efficiency.

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Powertrain NVH, 2014

2014-04-01

This technical paper collection sets out to reflect the recent advances on the research, development and practices of Powertrain NVH treatment. The coverage includes: engine, engine subsystem and components noise and vibration; powertrain systems noise measurement and instrumentation; powertrain systems noise analysis.

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Automotive Composites, 2014

2014-04-01

This techniclal paper contains papers which describe the use of modern automotive composites in structural applications. Design, process, and analytical presentations are included, as well as papers presenting results of bonding strategies and techniques. Engineers involved in the design and use of advanced composites will find this session of particular value.

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Advanced Vehicle Technology Competitions, 2014

2014-04-01

The EcoCAR 2: Plugging in to the Future student vehicle competition, sponsored by General Motors and the U.S. Department of Energy, tasks university teams with designing, implementing and refining advanced powertrains into a conventional midsize sedan. This technical paper collection presents yearly results from teams in the competition, highlighting the entire EcoCAR vehicle development process.

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Active Safety and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems, 2014

2014-04-01

Active Safety & Advanced Driver Assistance Systems help prevent accidents or mitigate accident severity. Some of these safety systems provide alerts to the driver in critical situations, while others respond to threats by automatically braking and steering the vehicle to avoid crashes. This technical paper collection covers the latest technologies in active safety and driver assistance systems.

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Safety Critical Systems, 2014

2014-04-01

This technical paper collection is on system safety analysis and design of safety-critical systems employing electronic controls. Topics include: implementation of safety-relevant systems, fail-safe strategies, distributed fault tolerant systems and hazard analysis. Application areas include: automotive active safety and alternative energy systems as well as avionics and mission management. Finally, the session addresses application of new or revised safety standards such as ISO 26262 and DO-178C.

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Emission Control Modeling, 2014

2014-04-01

This technical paper collection covers DOC, HC Trap, DPF, GPF, LNT, TWC, SCR, SCRF, ammonia oxidation catalysts, hybrid or combined catalysts, urea-water solution spray dynamics, and mixture non-uniformity. Modeling aspects range from fundamental, 3D models of individual components to system level simulation, optimization, variation, degradation, and control.

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Fuel Injection and Sprays - Experimental Sprays, 2014

2014-04-01

This technical paper collection is devoted to experimental and computational work in the area of 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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Sheet/Hydro/Gas Forming Technology and Modeling, 2014

2014-04-01

This technical paper collection advances the knowledge in the state of the art in all types of sheet metal forming. Topics include using simulated, analytical, numerical and experimental tools and sheet metals for the various forming technologies.

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Design Optimization - Methods and Applications, 2014

2014-04-01

This technical paper collection features papers on new and improved optimization techniques and on application of different optimization methods in component and vehicle design. Methods include deterministic and stochastic optimization techniques. Applications range from noise pressure optimization and vehicle dynamic response optimization to sub-system topology and shape and full vehicle gage and topology optimization.

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Accident Reconstruction, 2014

2014-04-01

This technical paper collection focuses on the latest research related to methods and techniques for reconstructing vehicular crashes involving wheeled and tracked vehicles, pedestrians, and roadside features. Emphasis is placed on experimental data and theoretical methods that will enable reconstructionists to identify, interpret and analyze physical evidence from vehicular crashes.

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CAE Durability Analysis and Applications, 2014

2014-04-01

This technical paper collection focuses on state-of-the-art fatigue theory and advanced development in fatigue analysis methodology and research. Studies and discussions on innovative and improved fatigue theory/methods in material constitutive modeling, damage rules/fatigue damage calculation, and fatigue life predictions will be addressed.

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Fuel Injection and Sprays - Spray Modeling, 2014

2014-04-01

This technical paper collection is devoted to experimental and computational work in the area of 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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Automobile Electronics Design and Systems Reliability, 2014

2014-04-01

Meeting Reliability, Design, quality and safety requirements for electrical/electronic systems becomes more challenging every year as E/E content, complexity, time-to-market and globalization pressures increase. This technical paper collection focuses on intelligent practices for achieving high reliability. New approaches and techniques for integrating robust design and robustness validation into the mainstream global automotive electronics product development and manufacturing processes are discussed.

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Combustion Control and Optimization, 2014

2014-04-01

This technical paper collection covers engine combustion control and optimization techniques. Topics include engine combustion diagnostics as specialized for control, control methodologies and algorithms, optimization, related combustion sensing, etc.