An Introduction to Automotive Engineering

✍ Scribed by Abudbaker, S.; Alammari, Youssef; Gupta, Aman; Kaisan, M. U.; Mahroogi, Faisal O.; Narayan, S.; Sakthivel, R.; Sharma, Shubham

• Publisher: John Wiley & Sons, Incorporated
• Year: 2019
• Tongue: English
• Leaves: 179
• Category: Library

✦ Synopsis

The automotive industry is one of the largest and most important industries in the world. Cars, buses, and other engine-based vehicles abound in every country on the planet, and it is continually evolving, with electric cars, hybrids, self-driving vehicles, and so on. Technologies that were once thought to be decades away are now on our roads right now. Engineers, technicians, and managers are constantly needed in the industry, and, often, they come from other areas of engineering, such as electrical engineering, process engineering, or chemical engineering. Introductory books like this one are very useful for engineers who are new to the industry and need a tutorial. Also valuable as a textbook for students, this introductory volume not only covers the basics of automotive engineering, but also the latest trends, such as self-driving vehicles, hybrids, and electric cars. Not only useful as an introduction to the science or a textbook, it can also serve as a valuable reference for technicians and engineers alike. The volume also goes into other subjects, such as maintenance and performance. Data has always been used in every company irrespective of its domain to improve the operational efficiency and performance of engines. This work deals with details of various automotive systems with focus on designing various components of these system to suit the working conditions on roads. Whether a textbook for the student, an introduction to the industry for the newly hired engineer, or a reference for the technician or veteran engineer, this volume is the perfect introduction to the science of automotive engineering.;Cover; Title Page; Copyright Page; Contents; 1 Introduction; 1.1 Classification of Motor Vehicle; 1.1.1 Based on Type of Roads; 1.1.2 Buses; 1.1.3 Classifications by ISO; 1.2 Functions of Subunits; 1.3 Characteristics of Ground Vehicle; 2 Transmission System; 2.1 Introduction; 2.2 Clutch; 2.3 Synchromesh Gear Box; 2.4 Differential Gear Box; 2.5 Planetary Gear Systems; 2.6 Manual Transmission System; 2.7 Automatic Transmission System; 2.8 Propeller Shaft and Drive Shaft; 2.8.1 Role of Propeller Shaft; 2.8.2 Functions of the Drive Shaft; 3 Tires; 3.1 Introduction; 3.2 Construction of Tire

✦ Table of Contents

Cover
Title Page
Copyright Page
Contents
1 Introduction
1.1 Classification of Motor Vehicle
1.1.1 Based on Type of Roads
1.1.2 Buses
1.1.3 Classifications by ISO
1.2 Functions of Subunits
1.3 Characteristics of Ground Vehicle
2 Transmission System
2.1 Introduction
2.2 Clutch
2.3 Synchromesh Gear Box
2.4 Differential Gear Box
2.5 Planetary Gear Systems
2.6 Manual Transmission System
2.7 Automatic Transmission System
2.8 Propeller Shaft and Drive Shaft
2.8.1 Role of Propeller Shaft
2.8.2 Functions of the Drive Shaft
3 Tires
3.1 Introduction
3.2 Construction of Tire 3.2.1 Tire Tread Designs3.2.2 Cross-Ply Tires
3.2.3 Radial Ply Tires
3.3 Tire Dynamics
3.3.1 Steady State Tire Forces and Torques
3.3.2 Simple Dynamic Extension
References
4 Suspension System
4.1 Introduction
4.2 Types of Suspension System
4.2.1 Mechanical System
4.2.2 Pneumatic System
4.2.3 Hydraulic System
4.2.3.1 Working Principle of Hydraulic Suspension System
4.2.3.2 Major Parts of Hydraulic Suspension System
4.3 Design Analysis of Suspension System
4.3.1 Dimension and Force Analysis of the Pedal
4.3.2 Design of Piston and Piston Head
4.3.3 Piston Head Design 4.3.4 Design of Main Cylinder4.3.5 Design of Reservoir Cylinder
4.3.6 Design of the Pumping Cylinder
4.3.7 Plunger Design
4.3.8 Design of Pipe
4.3.9 Design of Spring
4.3.10 Design of Release Valve
4.3.11 Design of Pin
4.3.12 Design of Ball
4.3.13 Design of Pedal
4.3.14 Link Design
4.3.15 Seal Design
4.3.16 Testing for Rolling
4.3.16.1 The Longitudinal Location of CG
Reference
5 Braking System
5.1 Introduction
5.2 Background of Brake System
5.3 Classifications of Brake System
5.4 Air or Pneumatic Brake System
5.4.1 Components of the Typical Air Brake System 5.4.2 Common Problems in Pneumatic Brake System5.4.3 Cause of the Problem
5.4.4 Air Brake System Troubleshooting
5.4.5 Leakage in Pneumatic Brake System
5.5 Hydraulic Brake System
5.5.1 Components of Hydraulic Brake System
5.6 Brake Drum Design
5.6.1 Materials for Brake Lining
5.6.2 Specification
5.7 Result and Conclusion
References
6 Steering System
6.1 Introduction
6.2 Parts of Steering System
6.3 Ackerman's Steering Mechanism
6.4 Davis Steering Mechanism
6.5 Power Steering
6.5.1 Hydraulic Power Assisted Steering --
HPAS System 6.5.1.1 Static Characteristic of the Hydraulic Power Steering System6.5.1.2 Components of Hydraulic Power Steering
6.5.1.3 General Design of Hydraulic Power Steering Systems
6.5.1.4 Hydraulic Power Steering Gear Design
6.5.2 Electric Power Steering
6.5.2.1 Working of EPS
6.5.2.2 Essential Components of an EPS System
References
7 Hybrid Cars
7.1 Introduction
7.2 History
7.3 Background
7.4 Production of Hybrid Electric Vehicles
7.5 Types of Vehicles
7.5.1 Motorcycles
7.5.2 Automobiles and Light Trucks
7.5.3 Taxis
7.5.4 Buses
7.5.5 Trucks
7.5.6 Military Vehicles

✦ Subjects

Technology;TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING--Automotive;Electronic books;TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING -- Automotive