Vehicle and Engine Technology, 2nd Edition

A comprehensive description of the body of four-wheeled vehicles, engine components, and how these elements work together, this book provides precise and clear descriptions and explanations of the fundamentals of all essential components of the motor vehicle.

Preface to The First Edition
Preface to The Second Edition

Chapter 1 : Vehicle Body and Chassis Layout
Chapter 2 : The Friction Clutch
Chapter 3 : Gearbox Construction and Operation
Chapter 4 : Automatic Transmission
Chapter 5 : Propeller Shafts, Universal Joints and Constant Velocity Joints
Chapter 6 : The Final Drive and Four-Wheel Drive
Chapter 7 : Suspension, Road-Wheels and Tyres
Chapter 8 : Steering Systems
Chapter 9 : Brake Systems
Chapter 10 : Piston-Engine Cycles of Operation
Chapter 11 : Multi-Cylinder Engine Arrangements
Chapter 12 : Balancing of Reciprocating Components
Chapter 13 : Cylinder Block and Head Construction
Chapter 14 : Combustion and Combustion Chamber Design
Chapter 15 : Piston and Connecting-Rod Assemblies
Chpater 16 : Crankshaft Construction
Chapter 17 : Valve Timing Diagrams, Cam Design and Camshaft Drives
Chapter 18 : Poppet-Value Operating Mechanisms
Chapter 19 : Engine Lubrication System
Chapter 20 : Cooling Systems
Chapter 21 : Petrol-Engine Carburation Fuel System
Chapter 22 : Petrol Engine Fuel Injection Systems
Chapter 23 : Diesel-Engine Fuel Injection Systems
Chapter 24 : Induction/Exhaust Manifold-Exhaust Silencer and Emission Control
Chapter 25 : Electrical Wiring and Lighting
Chapter 26 : Coil Ignition System
Chapter 27 : Batteries, Generators and Starter Motors
Chapter 28 : Electrical Auxiliary Equipment

Index