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Thermal Systems Modeling and Simulation, 2018

2018-04-03
The papers in this collleciton focus 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 range from empirical, 1D modeling methods to three dimensional CFD models as well as coupled methods.
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Thermal Systems Modeling and Simulation, 2017

2017-03-28
The papers in this collleciton focus 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 range from empirical, 1D modeling methods to three dimensional CFD models as well as coupled methods
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The Multi Material Lightweight Vehicle (MMLV) Project

2015-04-14
This technical paper collection includes a DOE Vehicle Technologies paper as well as papers specific to the MMLV subsystems, and full vehicle test results including safety, corrosion, durability and NVH. The Life Cycle Analysis results associated with a 23.5% (363kg) full vehicle mass reduction, engine downsizing and lightweight materials, indicates a 21% reduction in fuel usage (6 mpg), 16% reduction in Global Warming Potential (CO2) and 16% reduction in Total Primary Energy vs 2013 Ford Fusion.
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Steel Innovations, Fatigue Research, Sheet/Hydro/Gas Forming Technology & Advanced High Strength Steel Development, 2007

2010-09-23
Containing 46 papers, this technical paper collection provides a comprehensive overview of advanced high strength steel, their utility and manufacturability, and their performance and applications in automotive structures. Also discussed are innovations in steel sheet products and processing; innovations in steel bar products and processing; fatigue research, applications, testing and analytical techniques; and sheet/hydro/gas forming technology and modeling.
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Recent Developments in Aerospace Manufacturing, Materials, and Structures 2010

2010-09-20
The 18 papers in this technical paper collection focus on aircraft coatings technologies; advanced metal materials, fabrication, and joining processes; advanced low cost aircraft structures; advanced robotics and automation applications; information technologies; structural health monitoring; lean manufacturing integration; metrology automated systems; high output composites; RFID applications in aerospace; hybrid metal/composite drilling and assembly; and environmental compliance, green and sustainable applications.
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Powertrains, Fuels & Lubricants - Fuel Injection and Sprays, 2012

2012-09-18
The 8 technical papers in this collection are devoted to experimental and computational work in the area of fuel injection systems and sprays. Topics include: spray characterization, cavitation, multi-phase jet modeling, CFD models for spray processes, wall films and impingement, hydraulic circuit analysis, and dissolved gas effects. Studies of gasoline, diesel and alternative fuel sprays and fuel injection equipment are encouraged.
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Powertrains, Fuels & Lubricants - Fuel & Additive Effects on CI Engine Performance, 2012

2012-09-18
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.
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Powertrains, Fuels & Lubricants - Alternative and Advanced Fuels, 2012

2012-09-18
The 13 technical papers in this collection focus on the fundamental properties of fuels and methods for measuring these properties, as well as issues related to fuel storage and transportation. Examples include diesel fuel lubricity determination, fuel effects on deposits, cold weather issues, and environmental and toxicological impacts of new fuels.
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Powertrains, Fuels & Lubricants - Advanced Vehicle Technology Competitions, 2012

2012-09-18
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.
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Powertrains, Fuels & Lubricants - Advanced Lubricant Research & Development, 2012

2012-09-18
The 8 technical papers in this collection contain lubricant research and development that is necessary to advance and support new automotive engineering technology. Topics include grease designed to reduce vehicle noise, characteristics of low viscosity engine oil that impact fuel economy and reliability and the characterization of diesel particulate filter ash and how this influences the development of filter regeneration strategies.
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Powertrain Thermal Management: Combustion Chamber, Battery Cooling, and Engine Cooling, 2017

2017-03-28
The papers included in this collection cover modeling (zero-D, 1D, 2D, 3D CFD) and experimental papers on: combustion chamber, systems (lubrication, cooling, fuel, EGR); components (oil pumps, coolant pump, fuel injectors, compressors, turbines, turbochargers, torque converters, gear box, fans, bearings, valves, ports, manifolds, turbine housing); heat exchangers (radiators, oil coolers); aftertreatment (SCR, DOC, DOF, exhaust gas cooling); battery cooling (HEV, EV, motor/generator) and controls (passive and active).
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Powertrain Performance, Emissions & Controls, Commercial Vehicle 2015

2015-09-29
This technical paper collection covers advanced technologies and analysis/design/testing techniques related to powertrain performance, emissions, and electronic controls. Topics include system-level and component-level integration and optimization, emissions, fuel economy, combustion, air charging, EGR systems, fuel systems, valvetrains, engine brakes, waste heat recovery, calibration, steady-state and transient performance, engine/powertrain/drivetrain controls, model-based controls, sensors, OBD, and HIL.
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