An Introduction to Modern Vehicle Design starts from basic principles and builds up analysis procedures for all major aspects of vehicle and component design. Subjects of current interest to the motor industry - such as failure prevention, designing with modern material, ergonomics, and control systems - are covered in detail, with a final chapter discussing future trends in automotive design.
Extensive use of illustrations, examples, and case studies provides the reader with a thorough understanding of design issues and analysis methods.
Preface
Acknowledgements
Chapter 1 : Automotive Engineering Development
Chapter 2 : Modern Materials and Their Incorporation into Vehicle Design
Chapter 3 : The Manufacturing Challenge for Automotive Designers
Chapter 4 : Body Design: The Styling Process
Chapter 5 : Body Design: Aerodynamics
Chapter 6 : Chassis Design and Analysis
Chapter 7 : Crashworthiness and Its Influence on Vehicle Design
Chapter 8 : Noise Vibration and Harshness
Chapter 9 : Occupant Accommodation : An Ergonomics Approach
Chapter 10 : Suspension Systems and Components
Chapter 11 : Control Systems in Automoblies
Chapter 12 : The Design of Engine Characteristics for Vehicle Use
Chapter 13 : Transmissions and Driveline
Chapter 14 : Braking Systems
Chapter 15 : Failure Prevention - The Role of Endurance and Durability Studies in The Design and Manufacture of Reliable Vehicles
Chapter 16 : Future Trends in Automobile Design
Index
