Using CAE tools based on nonlinear finite element methods, full-frontalcollision dynamic simulation and analysis of a sedan car body with 3D tubular load bearing frame aretentatively carried out. Time histories of the...Using CAE tools based on nonlinear finite element methods, full-frontalcollision dynamic simulation and analysis of a sedan car body with 3D tubular load bearing frame aretentatively carried out. Time histories of the main collisional parameters are presented,improvements of the frame are partially made according to simulation results. Collisional simulationof the tubular frame alone indicates that, such new type of bodywork for sedan car is of goodpotentialities to meet the collision safety regulations.展开更多
For years the interest of the UDR1 researcher group has been focused on the development of a Hybrid Series (HS) vehicle, different from the standard one, using a Gas Turbine (GT) set as a thermal engine. The reason of...For years the interest of the UDR1 researcher group has been focused on the development of a Hybrid Series (HS) vehicle, different from the standard one, using a Gas Turbine (GT) set as a thermal engine. The reason of this choice resides in the opportunity to reduce weight and dimension, in comparison to a traditional In- ternal Combustion Engine (ICE). It’s not possible to use the GT engine directly for the vehicle traction, so the UDR1 HS configuration shows the GT set connected with the electric generator only. The result is that the traction is pure electric. Many efforts are spent in the definition of a generic scientific method to define the correct ratio HD (the Hybridization Degree) between the installed power of the battery pack and that of the GT electric generator which simultaneously guarantee the main life for the battery package and the ca- pacity of the vehicle to complete a common mission (about 15 km - 30 km) without lack of energy or stop. This paper reports all studies carried out and finally proposes a possible configuration (weight distribution, VMU logic control, GT dimensions and power rate, battery package characteristics and so on) for mid term solution in the Italian transport system.展开更多
The Tianjin Mini-Automobile Factory is a main engine factory of the Tianjin Aotomoibile Industry (Group) Co. Ltd., and also a manufacturer of the Charade sedan cars of economy model. It is one of China’s four major s...The Tianjin Mini-Automobile Factory is a main engine factory of the Tianjin Aotomoibile Industry (Group) Co. Ltd., and also a manufacturer of the Charade sedan cars of economy model. It is one of China’s four major sedan car production bases. In 1995, it formed a production capacity of 150 thousand sedan cars. The Charade sedan cars still occupy 60 percent market share of the national taxi market. The Tianjin Mini-Automobile Factory now has a total staff of 3,914. It covers an ama of 429,000 square metres,展开更多
The pedestrian protection technology must be used in automotive design if China-made automotives want to compete and grow strong in the world in the future. In this paper, a CAE simulation analysis is made for a domes...The pedestrian protection technology must be used in automotive design if China-made automotives want to compete and grow strong in the world in the future. In this paper, a CAE simulation analysis is made for a domestic sedan car hood to check whether it meet the pedestrian safety protection laws and regulations. Results show that the original car cannot meet the demands of the rules. In order to meet the standards of the pedustrian protection rules, the car hood should undergo structural improvements. Tested again by CAE simulation analysis, the car after a series of improved design can reached the 3-star class EuroNCAP（ Euro New Car Assessment Program）standard of the car pedestrian safety protection laws and regulations.展开更多
Lexus China recently announced that the luxury sports sedan GS300 limited special edition will be launched in China’s market. Only 140 units will be sold in China, with a MSRP of 649,000 yuan ($98,333).
基金This project is supported by Provincial Science Foundation of Guangdong, China (No.990574).
文摘Using CAE tools based on nonlinear finite element methods, full-frontalcollision dynamic simulation and analysis of a sedan car body with 3D tubular load bearing frame aretentatively carried out. Time histories of the main collisional parameters are presented,improvements of the frame are partially made according to simulation results. Collisional simulationof the tubular frame alone indicates that, such new type of bodywork for sedan car is of goodpotentialities to meet the collision safety regulations.
文摘For years the interest of the UDR1 researcher group has been focused on the development of a Hybrid Series (HS) vehicle, different from the standard one, using a Gas Turbine (GT) set as a thermal engine. The reason of this choice resides in the opportunity to reduce weight and dimension, in comparison to a traditional In- ternal Combustion Engine (ICE). It’s not possible to use the GT engine directly for the vehicle traction, so the UDR1 HS configuration shows the GT set connected with the electric generator only. The result is that the traction is pure electric. Many efforts are spent in the definition of a generic scientific method to define the correct ratio HD (the Hybridization Degree) between the installed power of the battery pack and that of the GT electric generator which simultaneously guarantee the main life for the battery package and the ca- pacity of the vehicle to complete a common mission (about 15 km - 30 km) without lack of energy or stop. This paper reports all studies carried out and finally proposes a possible configuration (weight distribution, VMU logic control, GT dimensions and power rate, battery package characteristics and so on) for mid term solution in the Italian transport system.
文摘The Tianjin Mini-Automobile Factory is a main engine factory of the Tianjin Aotomoibile Industry (Group) Co. Ltd., and also a manufacturer of the Charade sedan cars of economy model. It is one of China’s four major sedan car production bases. In 1995, it formed a production capacity of 150 thousand sedan cars. The Charade sedan cars still occupy 60 percent market share of the national taxi market. The Tianjin Mini-Automobile Factory now has a total staff of 3,914. It covers an ama of 429,000 square metres,
文摘The pedestrian protection technology must be used in automotive design if China-made automotives want to compete and grow strong in the world in the future. In this paper, a CAE simulation analysis is made for a domestic sedan car hood to check whether it meet the pedestrian safety protection laws and regulations. Results show that the original car cannot meet the demands of the rules. In order to meet the standards of the pedustrian protection rules, the car hood should undergo structural improvements. Tested again by CAE simulation analysis, the car after a series of improved design can reached the 3-star class EuroNCAP（ Euro New Car Assessment Program）standard of the car pedestrian safety protection laws and regulations.
文摘Lexus China recently announced that the luxury sports sedan GS300 limited special edition will be launched in China’s market. Only 140 units will be sold in China, with a MSRP of 649,000 yuan ($98,333).
