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The 59 papers in this technical paper collection detail reliability and robust design in automotive engineering. Topics covered include: reliability-based design optimization and robustness; military applications; decision under uncertainty/uncertainty modeling; axiomatic design; reliability testing and design of experiments; methods for assessment of reliability and robustness; reliability applications in the automotive and other industries; modeling validation and verification; and reliability and robust design in automotive aero-thermal and fluid systems.

Experimental methods and computational applications related to tire and wheel systems as well as vehicle dynamics and simulation topics are included in the 40 papers in this technical paper collection.

The 13 papers in this technical paper collection discuss variable valve actuation mechanisms, devices, systems and the impact of such systems on thermodynamics, combustion, fuel economy, emissions and controls.

The 16 papers in this technical paper collection deal with understanding and reducing the in-cylinder formation of particulate and NOx in compression ignition engines. Ttechnologies are focused on but are not limited to: low temperature combustion, water/fuel emulsions, and EGR. Both experimental and analytical contributions are included.

Providing thermal comfort to the occupants and thermal management of components in an energy efficient way has challenged the automotive industry to search for new and innovative approaches to thermal management. Hence, management of heat flow, coolant flow, oil flow, and airflow is extremely important as it directly affects the system performance under full range of vehicle operating conditions. The 31 papers in this technical paper collection describe methods or concepts to increase efficiency, improve occupant comfort, improve test methodology and minimize the environmental impact of the climate control system; and thermal management components addressing design and/or application topics.

This technical paper collection contains 40 papers on HCCI combustion in diesel and gasoline engines. Effects of mixture preparation, injection timing, valve overlap, EGR and intake temperature are presented.

This technical paper collection presents studies on HCCI combustion in gasoline engines. The 38 papers cover effects of injection timing, negative valve overlap, EGR and intake temperature.

This technical paper collection contains 41 papers on studies of HCCI combustion in gasoline engines. Topics cover effects of injection timing, negative valve overlap, EGR and intake temperature.

The 64 papers in this technical paper collection cover automotive engineering reliability and robust design topics including fatigue reliability; design of experiments (DOE); model validation and verification; decision under uncertainty and uncertainty modeling; thermal and fluid systems; reliability-based design optimization and robust design; and innovative industrial applications.

Multi-dimensional engine modeling has gradually established itself in the engineering community as a means to gain a deeper understanding of processes related to turbulent, transient, chemically reacting, two-phase flows. The 27 papers in this technical paper collection reflect the truly multidisciplinary nature of the field covering areas such as chemical kinetics, combustion and spray modeling, turbulence, mesh generation, and approaches targeting improved computational efficiency.

The 34 papers in this technical paper collection cover engine breathing, intakes and exhausts; engine combustion, SI Engines; and modeling of engines for control applications.

The 23 papers in this technical paper collection share technology in the area of data analysis and computing possibilities; advances in process, tools, and technology being applied to reduce validation time and cost, and to improve the quality of embedded control software; and developments of embedded software that resides in production vehicle electronic modules.

The 14 papers in this technical paper collection cover brake subsystem performance and their impact on the overall vehicle brake system, electro-mechanical brakes and controls, and vehicle performance and NVH issues.

Focusing on the effects of alternative fuels in compression ignition engines this technical paper collection contains 21 papers. Topics covered include hydrogen, ethanol, methane, biodiesel and synthetic diesel fuel. Data pertaining to emissions reduction, performance, combustion analysis, efficiency, and durability for both experimental as well as numerical investigations is also covered.

The 28 papers in this technical paper collection discuss automotive lighting product innovation and improvement; engineering analysis: new light sources evaluations; advanced lighting technologies: LED applications; benefits of the advanced road illumination; and visual aspects of the lighting systems and how drivers are effected by the inputs of these systems.

The 14 papers in this technical paper collection address fuel cell systems; the status of fuel cell vehicle development; hydrogen fuel cell vehicle fuel economy, fleet monitoring and hydrogen fueling; and modeling of fuel cell systems.

The 20 papers in this technical paper collection cover topics that include: spray characterization, multiphase jet modeling, CFD models for spray processes, wall films and impingement, hydraulic circuit analysis, and dissolved gas effects.

This publication is devoted to experimental and computational work in the area of diesel fuel injection and sprays. The 23 papers in this technical paper collection cover the following topics: spray characterization, cavitation, multiphase jet modeling, wall films and impingement, hydraulic circuit analysis, and dissolved gas effects.

The materials presented in this technical paper collection help advance the art and science of compression ignition engine performance and emissions. The 18 papers include modeling and experimental results regarding the physical and chemical processes that occur in compression ignition engines, along with the resulting emissions.

This technical paper collection contains 7 papers focusing on the impact of conventional alternative fuels as well as fuel additives on the operation, performance, and emissions of SI engines. Papers cover the impact bio-derived fuels (ethanol, butanol and others) have on engine design and performance. Gasoline properties, additives and their impact on engine performance and deposits is also covered.