Recently, governments around the world are seeking to reduce pedestrian mortality by strengthening pedestrian safety regulations such as Euro-NCAP (European New Car Assessment Program). In 2015, the Euro-NCAP revised the upper leg assessment for the upper legform to WAD (Wrap Around Distance) 775 mm test. The methods and procedures of the revised upper legform to WAD 775 mm test are analyzed and evaluated

To investigate the temperature fields of piston set-liner under the friction heat of ring pack, it is established a friction heat allocation model of ring pack based on the heat transfer theory of semi-infinite body. In this model, the piston ring, lubrication film and liner are treated as a three-layer medium. Furthermore, the distribution model of ring pack friction heat, the unsteady heat-mixed

Developments in vehicle technology and accompanying improvements in NVH performance have led to increased consumer demand for high sound quality, such as a “sporty” engine sound. As sporty sound is subjective, this study sought to express its meaning quantitatively and to develop a model that accommodates the differences in individuals’ tastes. Engine sounds of four vehicles at wide-open throttle were

This paper investigates the oxidation kinetics of carbon black on acicular mullite using thermogravimetric (TGA) and mullite microstructures by scanning electron microscopy (SEM) for the development of diesel particulate filters (DPFs). It is observed that the amount of each chemical composition strongly affects the structure of mullite. The addition of AlF3 and V2O5 to mullite promotes the growth

One of the most important requirements of the Formula SAE (Society of Automotive Engineers) race car design competition is that the car structure must guarantee a high protection level in case of frontal impacts, by preventing intrusions into the driver foot zone or dangerous deceleration levels. These functions are mainly performed by the impact attenuators, which have to guarantee a high specific

Due to the nonlinear behavior of rubber for bushings, the prediction of mechanical properties of the bushing requires nonlinear finite element analysis (FEA) techniques and a lot of computation time. Therefore, we propose a method to efficiently predict the stiffness of bushings using an Artificial Neural Network (ANN) model trained by data from FEA. First, FEA was performed for the designed 3D and

This study presents an adaptive dual closed-loop speed control strategy for the natural gas engine used in a range extender to improve the robustness against parameter uncertainties, unmodeled dynamics and unknown disturbance. Compared to existing methods, this strategy takes into account the influence of the throttle valve dynamics on the intake airflow in the design of the inner-loop intake pressure

As one of the most common engine types in nowadays, the thermal efficiency of spark-Ignition (SI) engine is limited due to the lower compression ratio. Various technical solutions have been proposed to suppress knock and improve compression ratio of SI engines. In this paper, an new technical solution based on electromagnetic valve train (EMVT) was proposed to suppress knock of spark ignition engines

TTEthernet is a new high availability network protocol for the automotive domain, providing support for the transmissions of time-critical periodic frames in a time-triggered (TT) traffic and event-triggered frames in a rate-constrained (RC) or best-effort (BE) traffic. The design of a system scheduling with communication over the TTEthernet is not an easy task because of protocol and timing constraints

In this study, the drag torque was predicted considering the uncertainties in geometry and material properties of automotive wheel bearing seals. For this, the deformation of the seals was firstly analyzed using numerical analysis based on the finite element method. Three types of experiments for material properties of rubber were conducted to improve the reliability of deformation analysis for the

This paper investigates the internal shape correctness of alternator stators occurring in high and low temperature storage tests. This kind of failure can affect the adequate operation of alternators since vibrations can occur during rotation of the other part of the alternator, the rotor. This error can reduce the efficiency of the alternator. The aim of this study is to examine the influence of different

As a key component of the engine, piston have to work in harsh environment for a very long time, its friction performance and operational reliability have been the research focus. In this paper, a four-cylinder diesel engine was used as the research object. The dynamic model considering multi-factors such as inertial parameters, surface roughness, thermal deformation and elastic deformation was established

Light electric vehicles (LEVs) are usually used as neighborhood electric vehicles (NEVs) for the second vehicle or car-sharing service. For LEVs, it is important to reduce energy consumption to have greater mileage at the same battery capacity. One of the direct ways to decrease energy consumption is the efficiency improvement of the traction motor, which is the main propulsion system. Also, the weight

The removal of nitrogen oxides (NOx), which are major atmospheric pollutants, in exhaust gas after-treatment systems, has been studied extensively. The catalytic reduction of NOx in lean-burn environments is challenging in diesel after-treatment technology. The most relevant catalytic NOx reduction technologies for diesel engines are summarized in this review paper, focusing on current catalytic after-treatment

Wireless power transfer technology is essential for autonomous electric vehicles. Electric vehicles demand increasingly higher power outputs. Therefore, it is necessary to study the harmfulness of human body exposure to electromagnetic waves generated in a wireless power transfer system. This study provides exposure assessment for a 20-kW wireless power transfer for electric vehicles. The electromagnetic

The assessment of vehicle dynamic comfort to human body vibration varies from person to person. Even though the dynamic comfort rating can be obtained by placing measurement devices over the cabin, passengers may have dissimilar sensations. For many car manufacturers, both subject and objective measurements are used together at development of new cars. To effectively assess the dynamic comfort of vehicle

The electronic stability control (ESC) system is a computerized technology that improves vehicle stability by detecting and reducing the loss of traction. The hydraulic control unit for an anti-lock braking system (ABS) or an ESC system in a car includes a hydraulic pump located between the wheel and master cylinder. The function of the hydraulic pump is to allow the brake fluid to return from the

This study examined the physical and chemical properties of engine oil with a submicron-sized carbon particle lubricant mixture. Spherical carbon particles were added to engine oil to lower the friction and wear losses. In the current study, morphological and chemical analyses of these carbon particles were performed using field emission scanning electron microscopy and energy dispersive spectroscopy

An electric vehicle (EV) powertrain is comprised of a motor and reduction gear. Thus, it must be designed by considering both components to improve its dynamic and economic performances. To obtain the optimal design of powertrain components for an EV, this study employs a two-stage analysis model focusing on the motor and vehicle at each stage for accuracy and efficiency. In the first stage, a motor

Topology optimization is a shape optimization method connected with finite element (FE) analysis, and has recently received increasing attention owing to rapid evolution of additive manufacturing (AM). In this study, an automotive knuckle part was developed by combining kinetic analysis, FE structural analysis, and topology optimization. A kinetic analysis based on a multibody dynamics simulation was

The abnormal noises, such as clunking and popping, are usually generated when the car turns or drives over bumps. It could happen frequently when the free gap (clearance) values in the axial direction of the lower control arm ball joint are higher than normal values. The spherical surface of the ball stud is commonly assumed to have been corroded by foreign substances such as water, and the rough surface

The mobility method is frequently used to analyze the performance of journal bearings subjected to dynamic loads in an internal combustion engine. As the mobility method generally assumes Newtonian fluid, the realistic approach for the multigrade lubricant in engine bearing lubrication is limited. The new mobility approach for non-Newtonian fluid is introduced in this study. A power-law model is applied

The working process of the high-speed solenoid valve (HSV) of high-pressure common rail (CR) injector has the characteristics of electro-magnetic-mechanical-hydrodynamic multi-physical field coupling. However, most of the research work in this field is carried out without considering hydrodynamic environment of the HSV. Furthermore, the dynamic response characteristics of the transient fuel hydrodynamic

FMVSS (Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard) 201, Standard on Occupant Protection in Interior Impact, requires that the FMH (Free Motion Headform) impact tests result in HIC(d) less than 1000. Especially in the early stage of a vehicle development it is very difficult to conduct the impact tests, so it is necessary to develop a numerical model by which HIC(d) can be predicted. A finite element model

Due to the gradual reinforcement of emission regulations, exhaust gas after-treatment systems have become more complicated, and various engine control algorithms have been applied to diesel engines. However, the misuse of advanced exhaust gas after-treatment systems could cause additional problems. For instance, diesel vehicles that use of a diesel particulate filter (DPF) generally require periodic

The Korean light tactical vehicle (KLTV) is a vehicle with enhanced mobility, versatility, and survivability, in comparison with conventional vehicles. The KLTV is classified as a special vehicle, so there is no standard to evaluate its passenger safety. Therefore, ECE R 66 (rollover test) and ECE R 29 (roof strength test) regulations are selected as criteria for evaluating the passenger safety during

At the conceptual design stage, thin-walled beams (TWBs) with the complex cross-sectional shapes are extensively used to compose the automobile frame. Thus, the performances of automobile frame are determined by cross-sectional shapes of TWBs. Currently, the modifications of complex cross-sectional shapes depend on the experience of engineers, which often causes the design risk. Meanwhile, to our knowledge

This study developed a control algorithm of torque vectoring system to improve the handling performance of a green-car and evaluate the performance of vehicle dynamics to improve the controllability and stability. Firstly, this study configured the control algorithm with the supervisory controller that decides the control mode by checking the current driving status of a vehicle, target yawrate calculator

In the used car market, mileage is one of the principal criteria used for evaluating the overall condition of a vehicle. For this reason, mileage fraud continues to occur. Futhermore, the number of malicious brokers who obtain a monetary advantage by manipulating vehicle mileage is increasing. As many used cars with manipulated mileage are sold each year, buyers have suffered significant monetary damages

Driving cycles provide a basis for vehicle development and calibration and also serves as the foundation for energy consumption and emissions certification of vehicles. This paper presents the China Light-Duty Vehicle Test Cycle (CLTC) developed by the China Automotive Technology & Research Center (CATARC). First, the important steps and technical routes toward the CLTC development process are summarized

This study aims at exploring the multi-pass forging of Torx Round Flange Bolt (automotive fastener) to simulate each pass forging process using FEM simulation. The software is used to carry out the simulation analysis. Constant shear friction is always assumed at the interface between die and workpiece to explore the effective stress, the effective strain, the velocity filed, and the forging force

As the automotive industry has grown and lifestyle has changed, the time spent in an automobile has been gradually increasing. Accordingly, thermal comfort for passengers inside the cabin of an automobile is more important than before. Thermal comfort can be affected by several factors, such as temperature, humidity, and air distribution inside the cabin, as well as airflow rate and air velocity from

In order to build and efficiently implement a policy to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, a Tier-3 level emission factor is necessary. The GHG emission factor for the passenger vehicle segment was developed by the Korean Ministry of Environment up to 2009, after which the Korean Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport has been conducting the task. This study aims to develop a Tier-3 level

The present study proposes a method that numerically quantifies automotive safety integrity level (ASIL). Additionally, the method reduces the uncertainty in the risk estimation step by subdividing the ASIL step by applying fuzzy theory to reduce the ambiguity of ASIL with an extremely wide step. The conventional risk-based design concept is adopted to quantify ASIL, and fuzzy modeling is used to express

Worldwide regulations on particulate matter for passenger vehicles have become stricter in recent years, which makes it difficult to satisfy for gasoline direct injection (GDI) vehicles. In this study, the level of reduction efficiency of particle emissions with a metal-foam gasoline particulate filter (GPF) for the turbocharged GDI vehicle was evaluated in the federal test procedure (FTP)-75 mode

Cooling airflow is essential to the vehicle air conditioning system and engine cooling module. The cooling airflow in the engine room flows out through the front subframe, front wheelhouse, roll-rod, etc. and mixes with the upstream external flow in the underbody of the vehicle so that it affects the aerodynamic drag on the rear part of the vehicle. An air guide is developed to reduce the aerodynamic

Instead of a monolayer, multi-layered cushion can be promising to develop more comfortable automotive seat if the layer materials are properly selected. In this study, we have examined the seating comfort of different types of multilayer seat cushions. Polyurethane foams (PUFs) of three different hardness, memory foam, and technogel were used in different combination to prepare four types of multilayer

An online optimal control strategy methodology on the basis of historical data for a power-split hybrid electric bus (HEB) is proposed in this study. This approach aims to fully utilize the fuel-saving capability of power-split HEB under real operating cycles and provide an effective way for solving the optimal calibration problem in the application promotion. Firstly, a procedure for synthesizing

In order to improve the explosion-proof, puncture-proof and safety performance of tires, a new type of modular deformable tires which can be used in complex road conditions has been put forward. The main innovation is the absence of so-called inner tubes and the modular design of the tire — which mainly consist of six petal-shaped connecting blocks and wheel frames. Firstly, this paper analyzes the

In the current time, sustainability and development of internal combustion engines is subjected to two kinds of threats which are fossil fuel depletion and environmental pollution. So, considerable efforts in the world have been exerted to develop and introduce alternative gaseous fuels to replace conventional fuel by partial or total replacement. In this study, the effect of adding acetylene to LPG-fuelled

The detection of accident scenarios is essential for a timely deployment of restraint devices and therefore for optimum protection of the vehicle occupants. Based on an innovative concept for crash detection, which involves measuring component-related local decelerations, this paper presents an entirely new method for the simulation and evaluation and estimates this with of a comprehensive set of crash

The rollover safety of Three-Wheel Vehicles (TWVs) is critical because of its instability in severe steering, side collisions and flip-over compared to Four-Wheel Vehicles (FWVs). In order to evaluate the rollover safety, the roof crash conditions in various types of accidents are investigated to provide a reliable roof structure. In order to prepare for roof crash conditions for TWVs, investigation

Constant velocity (CV) joints are the primary component of a vehicle that transmits the driving force from an engine/transmission to a wheel at a constant speed. A CV joint comprises numerous mechanical parts. The roller and housing are in contact and, therefore, subjected to contact stresses. Contact stress causes sliding friction because of microslip in the contact area inside the CV joint. This

This paper presents a practical approach using disturbance observer (DOB)-based longitudinal vehicle speed control in hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs). Speed control law is derived from a linearized nominal plant model obtained assuming that the vehicle is a lumped mass. The plant uncertainty and external disturbance are lumped into a disturbance term and compensated for by the DOB. In addition, a feedforward

With the development of redundant driving system, vehicles' maneuverability and stability have great optimized potential. In this research, an electric off-road vehicle is served as controlled objective and a dynamic direct yaw-moment controller is proposed to realize the smooth accommodation of vehicle longitudinal-lateral motion under various transport conditions via controlling In-wheel motor (IWM)

In order to fully explore the potential of distributed drive electric vehicle, an integrated coordination control method consists of model predictive control (MPC) and speed tracking control for trajectory tracking is proposed in this paper. Firstly, the vehicle dynamics model including the slip ratio of each wheel is established. Then, a multi-objective function of the MPC controller is established

A novel approach of the tracking control for synchronizer displacement is introduced in this paper. Based on modeling for the structure of synchronizer and shifting process, a shifting displacement tracking controller is designed by the Udwadia — Kalaba equation. The engagement rule of synchronizer combination sleeve is regarded as the trajectory constraint of the system, certain constraint force is

This work is to study the plasma application using a capacitive discharge ignition capable of using the plasma jet which belongs to the non-thermal plasma physic. A plasma-jet spark plug was designed to combine a discharge chamber including an insulator and expanding the plasma area. The nonresistance was applied to acting the interference suppression of a plasma-jet spark plug to ensure the high energy

This paper is on a pedestrian collision avoidance system for low speed autonomous shuttles based on Vehicle-to-Pedestrian (V2P) communication. When pedestrians cannot be detected using line-of-sight sensors like camera, radar and LIDAR, V2P communication with the Dedicated Short Range Communication (DSRC) enabled pedestrian smartphone is used to detect and localize them through the in-vehicle DSRC

This paper presents a robust H∞ fault-tolerant lateral controller of four wheel steering autonomous vehicles to enhance the autonomous driving performance and to track the desired road when a steering wheel fault happens. First, the lateral dynamic model of four wheel steering autonomous vehicles is constructed, which contains the features of parameter uncertainties and actuator faults of vehicles

This paper presents an optimized sliding mode controller (OPSMC) for vibration control of active suspension systems. The proposed controller consists of two parts: the first is the fast terminal sliding mode controller which performs fast convergence, and the second is the particle swarm optimization algorithm which is used to achieve the optimal controller’s’ parameters. The merit of OPSMC has quite

According to the buckle release theories, the seat belt can be released during an impact and the occupant sustained injuries without a benefit from the restraint system. A few studies have been published demonstrating that the seat belt release during an impact results in belt entanglement of occupant’s outboard arm. However, there is no previous belt entanglement study using airbag equipped vehicle

Deep reinforcement learning (DRL) has been successfully adopted in many tasks, such as autonomous driving and gaming, to achieve or surpass human-level performance. This paper proposes a DRL-based trajectory planner for automated parking systems (APS). A thorough review of literature in this field is presented. A simulation study is conducted to investigate the trajectory planning performance of the

EGR is one of the proven and well tested strategies within the specific operating range of the engine. Necessity of an implementation of this exhaust gas recirculation all over the engine operating range is emerging. Therefore, a systematic study has been carried out to identify the specific and frequent transient operations on newly developed dynamic cycles like WLTC and RDE. To perform detailed observations

A Dynamic Programming (DP) formulation is developed to find the global optimal solution to the energy management of a parallel Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) equipped with a Dual-Clutch Transmission (DCT). The effects of integrating in the DP formulation the losses accounting for gearshifts and engine starts are studied in terms of the overall fuel consumption; the optimal control solutions

Taking the independently actuated in-wheel motor driven electric bus as the research object, an integrated control strategy of yaw stability and roll stability is proposed. On the basis of the upper and lower layered structure, the stability monitoring layer is added to the control strategy, which is responsible for calculating the desired value of the vehicle's critical state and determining the vehicle

To address the failure to consider vehicle states in region of interest (ROI) prediction, we propose the use of a Kalman filter to estimate the position of vehicles relative to lanes by vehicle states on the basis of a vehicle–road micro traffic model in the world coordinate system. The central position of the ROI is determined through a combination of optimal preview time theory with the ROI prediction

Gasoline compression ignition (GCI) engines have been considered a promising technology for achieving diesel-like efficiency with less NOx and soot emissions than diesel engines. In recent research, naphtha has emerged as a suitable fuel for GCI owing to its octane number and its potential to reduce CO2 and production costs. The present work develops a multicomponent surrogate fuel model for heavy

Temperature distributions of wet clutch contact during engagement and disengagement processes are investigated considering lubricant flow behaviors in the gap between the friction pad and steel separator. Frictional heat generated by wet clutch contact in repeated operational modes that simulates high thermal endurance performance of a wet clutch system is modeled. This study applies CFD analysis to

The experimental verification of the optimal input design method for fault identification is performed using a scaled-down overactuated electric vehicle. In the previous study, online fault identification was achieved by utilizing all the characteristics of an overactuated system (Park and Park, 2016). The perturbation input signal for the actuator fault identification can be applied to the faulty