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Stapp Papers 2022 , Electronic

2023-06-27

This title includes the technical papers developed for the 2022 Stapp Car Crash Conference, the premier forum for the presentation of research in impact biomechanics, human injury tolerance, and related fields, advancing the knowledge of land-vehicle crash injury protection. The conference provides an opportunity to participate in open discussion about the causes and mechanisms of injury, experimental methods and tools for use in impact biomechanics research, and the development of new concepts for reducing injuries and fatalities in automobile crashes.

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Occupant Safety, 2019

2019-04-02

The papers in this collection focus on the latest research related to methods and techniques for occupant safety. Emphasis is placed on experimental data and theoretical methods that will enable reconstructionists to identify, interpret and analyze physical evidence from vehicular crashes.

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Emission Control Modeling, 2019

2019-04-02

The papers in this collection cover exhaust aftertreatment system models, as well as their validation and application. Technologies encompassed include DOC, HC Trap, DPF, GPF, LNT, TWC, SCR, SCRF, ammonia oxidation catalysts, hybrid or combined catalysts, urea-water solution spray dynamics, and mixture non-uniformity. Modeling aspects range from fundamental, 3D models of individual components to system level simulation, optimization, variation, degradation, and control.

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Accident Reconstruction, 2019

2019-04-02

The papers in this collection focus on the latest research related to methods and techniques for reconstructing vehicular crashes involving wheeled and tracked vehicles, pedestrians, and roadside features. Emphasis is placed on experimental data and theoretical methods that will enable reconstructionists to identify, interpret and analyze physical evidence from vehicular crashes.

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Design Optimization - Methods and Applications, 2018

2018-04-03

Design Optimization Methods and Application collecion features papers on new and improved optimization techniques and on application of different optimization methods in component and vehicle design. Methods include deterministic and stochastic optimization techniques. Applications range from noise pressure optimization and vehicle dynamic response optimization to sub-system topology and shape and full vehicle gage and topology optimization.

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Advanced Analysis, Design, and Optimization for Materials, Restraints, and Structures for Enhanced Automotive Safety and Weight Reduction, 2018

2018-04-03

Papers with an emphasis on, but not limited to, innovative ideas to enhance automotive safety with improved material constitutive modeling, analysis method developments, simulation and pre/post processing tools, optimization techniques, crash code developments, finite element model updating, model validation and verification techniques, dummies and occupants, restraint systems, passive safety as well as lightweight material applications and designs are included in the collection.

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Control System Design & Calibration, 2018

2018-04-03

Separate sub-sessions cover powertrain control, calibration, and system-level optimization processes related to achieving stringent market fuel economy, emissions, performance, reliability, and quality demands. Topics include the control, calibration, and diagnostics of the engine, powertrain, and subsystems related to energy management in conventional and hybrid operation, considering the simultaneous optimization of hardware design parameters and control software calibration parameters.

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Driver Assistance Systems: Algorithms, Applications and Electronic Sensing, 2018

2018-04-03

Papers in the collection focus on Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), which are gaining major importance all vehicle segments. The effectiveness of these systems is based upon the ability to not only sense the outside world, but also the ability to use the information intelligently.

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Advances in Catalyst Substrates, 2018

2018-04-03

Papers included in this collection cover the systems engineering experience required to achieve ultra-low emission levels on gasoline light-duty vehicles. Emission system component topics include the development of advanced three-way catalysts, the development of NOX control strategies for gasoline lean burn engines, the application of high cell density substrates to advanced emission systems, and the integration of these components into full vehicle emission systems.

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Energy Efficiency of Thermal Systems, 2018

2018-04-03

Proper thermal management can significantly contribute to overall system energy efficiency. The papers in this collection highlight the latest developments in thermal management energy efficiency.

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Emission Control Modeling, 2018

2018-04-03

The papers in this collection cover exhaust aftertreatment system models, as well as their validation and application. Technologies encompassed include DOC, HC Trap, DPF, GPF, LNT, TWC, SCR, SCRF, ammonia oxidation catalysts, hybrid or combined catalysts, urea-water solution spray dynamics, and mixture non-uniformity. Modeling aspects range from fundamental, 3D models of individual components to system level simulation, optimization, variation, degradation, and control.

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Vehicle Dynamics, Stability and Control, 2018

2018-04-03

This technical paper collection is focused on vehicle dynamics and controls using modeling and simulation, and experimental analysis of passenger cars, heavy trucks, and wheeled military vehicles. The papers address active and passive safety systems to mitigate rollover, yaw instability and braking issues; driving simulators and hardware-in-the-loop systems; suspension kinematics and compliance, steering dynamics, advanced active suspension technologies; and tire force and moment mechanics.

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Particle Emissions from Combustion Sources, 2018

2018-04-03

Papers in this collection focus on particle emissions from combustion engines, including measurement and testing methods, and the effects of changes in fuel composition. Topics of the environmental and health effects of elemental carbon and organic carbon that constitutes solid cored particles, plus the environmental and health effects of secondary organic aerosol emissions, are also addressed. This includes particulate emissions from both gasoline and diesel engines.

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Occupant Protection: Accident Reconstruction, 2018

2018-04-03

The papers in this collection focus on the latest research related to methods and techniques for reconstructing vehicular crashes involving wheeled and tracked vehicles, pedestrians, and roadside features. Emphasis is placed on experimental data and theoretical methods that will enable reconstructionists to identify, interpret and analyze physical evidence from vehicular crashes.

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Control System Design & Calibration, 2017

2017-03-28

Separate sub-sessions cover powertrain control, calibration, and system-level optimization processes related to achieving stringent market fuel economy, emissions, performance, reliability, and quality demands. Topics include the control, calibration, and diagnostics of the engine, powertrain, and subsystems related to energy management in conventional and hybrid operation, considering the simultaneous optimization of hardware design parameters and control software calibration parameters.

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Occupant Protection: Accident Reconstruction, 2017

2017-03-28

The papers in this collection focus on the latest research related to methods and techniques for reconstructing vehicular crashes involving wheeled and tracked vehicles, pedestrians, and roadside features. Emphasis is placed on experimental data and theoretical methods that will enable reconstructionists to identify, interpret and analyze physical evidence from vehicular crashes.

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Design Optimization - Methods and Applications, 2017

2017-03-28

Design Optimization Methods and Application collecion features papers on new and improved optimization techniques and on application of different optimization methods in component and vehicle design. Methods include deterministic and stochastic optimization techniques. Applications range from noise pressure optimization and vehicle dynamic response optimization to sub-system topology and shape and full vehicle gage and topology optimization.

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Advanced Analysis, Design, and Optimization for Materials, Restraints, and Structures for Enhanced Automotive Safety and Weight Reduction, 2017

2017-03-28

Papers with an emphasis on, but not limited to, innovative ideas to enhance automotive safety with improved material constitutive modeling, analysis method developments, simulation and pre/post processing tools, optimization techniques, crash code developments, finite element model updating, model validation and verification techniques, dummies and occupants, restraint systems, passive safety as well as lightweight material applications and designs are included in the collection.

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Fuel and Additive Effects on Engine Systems, 2017

2017-03-28

Topics include the effects of fuel and additives on deposit formation, intake system cleanliness, friction, wear, corrosion, and elastomer compatibility. Also covered are effects of fuel specification on drivability, on evaporative emissions, and on the relationship between emissions and drive cycle.

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Particle Emissions from Combustion Sources, 2017

2017-03-28

Papers in this collection focus on particle emissions from combustion engines, including measurement and testing methods, and the effects of changes in fuel composition. Topics of the environmental and health effects of elemental carbon and organic carbon that constitutes solid cored particles, plus the environmental and health effects of secondary organic aerosol emissions, are also addressed. This includes particulate emissions from both gasoline and diesel engines.