Fenton J. Advances in Vehicle Design

First published. - London and Bury St Edmunds, UK, Professional Engineering Publishing Limited, 1999. 187 p. — ISBN: 1860581811.Advances in Vehicle Design is an introduction to vehicle and body systems in the sense of providing readers with an insight into analytical methods given in a wide variety of published sources such as technical journals, conference papers, and proceedings of engineering institutions, for which a comprehensive list of references is provided.
John Fenton distils and presents the best of this research and industry practice into an easily digestible, highly illustrated, and accessible form. Drawing on the available information, the author provides a well-structured and vital reference source for all automotive engineers.Materials and construction advances
Steel durability and structural efficiency
Vigorous development of light alloys
Hybrid metal/plastic systems
Recycled PET, and prime PBT, for sun-roof parts
Material property charts and performance indices
Design for self-pierce riveting
Structure and safety
Structure analysis for interior noise
Preparing for statutory pedestrian protection
Design for the disabled
Adaptive restraint technologies
Powertrain/chassis systems
Powertrains: the next stage?
Constant-pressure cycle: the future for diesels?
Valve arrangements for enhanced engine efficiency
Trends in transmission design
The mechanics of roll-over
Suspension and steering linkage analysis
Electrical and electronic systems
Automotive electronics maturity
Navigation system advances
Digital circuits for computation
Proprietary control system advances
Hybrid drive prospects
Automation of handling tests
Vehicle development
Mercedes A-class
Ford Focus
Land Rover Freelander
Project Thrust SSC
Systems development: powertrain/chassis
Engine developments
Engine induction systems
Refinement and reduced emissions
Drive and steer systems
Suspension development
Braking systems
System developments: body structure/systems
Structural systems
Controlled collapse
Body shell integrity
Chassis/body shell elements
Car body systems
Occupant restraint
Doors, windows and panels
Trim and fittings
Aerodynamics and weight saving
CV systems
CV chassis-cab configuration
Cab/body fittings
Advanced bus/ambulance design