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This technical paper collection contains 30 papers that detail transmissions and drivelines. Topics covered include: simulation/modeling, components/subsystems, controls, all wheel drive/ NVH/launch devices, hybrid powertrain concepts, and transmission systems/drive units.

The 47 papers in this technical paper collection focus on CAE analysis, test correlation and optimization for crashworthiness/occupant safety CAE, durability CAE, multi-body simulation and applications; NVH CAE; automotive engineering testing and test methods; and optical measurement and nondestructive testing techniques in automotive engineering.

The 30 papers in this technical paper collection focus on heavy tire modeling/testing and evaluation; vehicle dynamics; wide based tires, sustainability and maintenance; air suspension, off-road chassis and suspension; hybrid drive and chassis; all wheel/multi-wheel drive vehicle dynamics and performance; testing and experimental analysis of chassis and suspension; and advanced chassis control and rollover.

This technical paper collection contains 53 technical papers. Topics covered include engine exhaust aftertreatment and integration; hybrid vehicle integration and optimization; powertrain and drivetrain NVH; advanced transmission and driveline component design; diesel engine system design; fuel economy; alternative fuels; and advanced engine component design.

The 9 papers in this technical paper collection cover tire and wheel technologies. Topics include: the friction circle and tire characteristics; tire sensors; electromechanical energy scavenger for automotive tires; tire slippage on wheels of passenger cars; influence of tire stiffnesses on tire mounting; a dynamics wheel model for transient simulation; and more.

This technical paper collection contains 10 papers published from the 2011 SAE Brasil Conference.

This technical paper collection covers transmission and driveline modeling, including topics related to transmission hardware, software, and system integration.

The 28 papers in this technical paper collection focus on transmissions and drivelines. Topics covered include controls hardware and software, controls integration, transmission NVH issues and design solutions, parasitic loss investigation, electronic limited slip differentials, CVT belt dynamic analyses, dual dry clutch testing, torque converter modeling, and more. The 28 papers in this technical paper collection focus on transmissions and drivelines. Topics covered include controls hardware and software, controls integration, transmission NVH issues and design solutions, parasitic loss investigation, electronic limited slip differentials, CVT belt dynamic analyses, dual dry clutch testing, torque converter modeling, and more.

The 9 technical papers in this collection cover on-going design and analysis work on this very important element of drivetrain systems development.

This technical paper collection is intended to include papers that will discuss and promote the recent advances in the modeling and analysis of commercial vehicle chassis, suspension, and tire modeling and simulation. Topics include, but are not limited to: commercial vehicle dynamics; chassis control devices such as ABS, traction control, yaw/roll stability control, and potentially the interplay with suspension control; chassis modeling and simulation to study and resolve issues pertaining to ride comfort, crash/deformation, and safety structure; suspension modeling and simulation studies covering passive and active control methodologies; and tires which would cover new and/or improved modeling techniques.

This Technical Paper Collection on Advanced Transmission and Drivetrain Design & Analysis contains 8 papers on on-going design and analysis work on this very important element of drivetrain systems development.

The 13 technical papers in collection present work investigating the effect of fuel composition on CI engine performance in terms of combustion efficiency, emissions and engine hardware durability. Variations in fuel composition include: the inclusion of aromatic compounds, the blending of oxygenated components and the use of additives for cetane number improvement and lubricity enhancement.

The 13 technical papers in this collection cover the work done by student teams in the EcoCAR 2: Plugging in to the Future competition series, sponsored by General Motors and the U.S. Department of Energy. This includes powertrain architecture selection, control system modeling and simulation, and energy storage system design and component packaging.

The 10 papers in this technical paper collection cover engine, engine subsystem and components noise and vibration; powertrain systems noise measurement and instrumentation; powertrain systems noise analysis.

The 44 papers in this technical paper collection cover launch devices; components/subsystems; control; NVH; modeling; all-wheel drive; IVT/CVT; and transmission systems/drive units.

This technical paper collection focusses on state of the art simulation technologies for modeling thermal systems and their application in the development and optimization of vehicle thermal management and fuel economy. The papers included will range from empirical, 1D modeling methods to three dimensional CFD models as well as coupled methods.

This technical paper collection sets out to reflect the recent advances on the research, development and practices of Powertrain NVH treatment. The coverage includes: engine, engine subsystem and components noise and vibration; powertrain systems noise measurement and instrumentation; powertrain systems noise analysis.

This technical paper collection discusses optical techniques; digital correlation; holography; shearography; nondestructive testing.

The 32 papers in this technical paper collection cover powertrain control system and 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 supporting electromechanical subsystems related to energy management in conventional and hybrid operation.