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This technical paper collection contains 49 papers detailing military vehicle technology. Topics covered include: reliability growth for military vehicles, upgrading readiness, rapidly installed fluid transfer system, robotic technologies, electrical systems modeling and simulation, nanofluid research, and more.

The 19 papers in this technical paper collection present the latest developments in automotive applications of aluminum castings and wrought products. The latest research and development of magnesium alloys and the application of materials and design of cast products for automotive applications are included.

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.

Climate control is a defining vehicle attribute that has strong interaction with other vehicle systems. Also, performance and quality of the climate control system are critical to customer satisfaction. The 10 papers in this technical paper collection cover alternative A/C systems, multi-zone climate control, cabin air filtration, automatic controls, and optimized energy consumption.

Providing thermal comfort to the occupants and thermal management of components in an energy efficient way has challenged the automotive industry to search for new and innovative approaches to thermal management. Hence, management of heat flow, coolant flow, oil flow, and airflow is extremely important as it directly affects the system performance under full range of vehicle operating conditions. The 31 papers in this technical paper collection describe methods or concepts to increase efficiency, improve occupant comfort, improve test methodology and minimize the environmental impact of the climate control system; and thermal management components addressing design and/or application topics.

The 13 papers in this technical paper collection focus on thermal systems modeling and simulation. Topics covered include: localized heating and cooling strategies for energy efficient HVAC system; interpretation tools and concepts for heat management in the drive train of the future; thermal management of lead acid battery (Pb-A) in electric vehicle; physics based approach of heat exchanger models for vehicle thermal simulation; and more.

Climate control is a defining vehicle attribute. Performance and quality of the climate control system are critical to customer satisfaction. The 10 papers in this technical paper collection discuss recent advances in climate control. Topics covered include: alternative A/C systems, multi-zone climate control, cabin air filtration, automatic controls, and optimized energy consumption.

The 19 papers in this technical paper collection cover innovative ideas to enhance automotive safety with improved material constitutive modeling; analysis methods; simulation and pre/post processing tools; optimization techniques; finite element model updating; model validation and verification techniques; restraint systems; and lightweight material applications and designs.

This Technical Paper Collection covers materials used to solve noise and vibration problems in vehicles. Topics covered will include new and traditional NVH materials, materials with unique or special NVH properties, case studies covering applications of NVH materials to solve specific vehicle problems, modeling of materials, manufacturing or processing of NVH materials, and engineering and design principles for the use of NVH materials.

This technical paper collection contains 17 papers published from the 2011 SAE Brasil Conference.

The 11 papers in this technical paper collection focus on Advanced Analysis, Design, and Optimization of Materials, Restraints, and Structures for Enhanced Automotive Safety and Weight Reduction. Topics covered include side crash pressure sensor prediction, passenger seat belt reminders, DP980 steels, and more. The 11 papers in this technical paper collection focus on Advanced Analysis, Design, and Optimization of Materials, Restraints, and Structures for Enhanced Automotive Safety and Weight Reduction. Topics covered include side crash pressure sensor prediction, passenger seat belt reminders, DP980 steels, and more.

The 14 papers in this technical paper collection discuss thermal systems modeling and simulation. Topics covered include fuel efficiency and thermal performance, exhaust system manifold development, engine cooling systems with a double circuit, CFD analysis, and more. The 14 papers in this technical paper collection discuss thermal systems modeling and simulation. Topics covered include fuel efficiency and thermal performance, exhaust system manifold development, engine cooling systems with a double circuit, CFD analysis, and more.

The 11 papers in this technical paper collection focus on heat transfer and advances in thermal and fluid sciences. Topics covered include convection, conduction, radiation, porous media, phase change including boiling, condensation, melting and freezing, and more. The 11 papers in this technical paper collection focus on heat transfer and advances in thermal and fluid sciences. Topics covered include convection, conduction, radiation, porous media, phase change including boiling, condensation, melting and freezing, and more.

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.

The 18 technical papers in this collection cover essential aircraft technology and applications that cover aircraft coatings, metal and composite fabrications and joining, economics of composites and lean manufacturing.

The 18 papers in this technical paper collection discuss 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 modeling updating, model validation and verification techniques, dummies and occupants, restraint systems, passive safety as well as lightweight materials applications.

This techniclal paper contains papers which describe the use of modern automotive composites in structural applications. Design, process, and analytical presentations are included, as well as papers presenting results of bonding strategies and techniques. Engineers involved in the design and use of advanced composites will find this session of particular value.

The 9 papers in this technical paper collection highlight the latest developments in thermal management energy efficiency.

The 13 papers in this technical paper collection focuses on fundamental numerical (1D and 3D CFD) and experimental research in the areas of heat and mass transfer and fluid flow that impacts engine and vehicle performance and design. Subjects include convection, conduction, radiation, porous media, and phase change including boiling, condensation, melting and freezing.

This technical paper collection features components used for thermal management. The papers address design, application and systems related topics.