Nonlinear Dynamics of a Wheeled Vehicle (Advances in Mechanics and Mathematics, #10)
by Ryszard Andrzejewski and Jan Awrejcewicz
On average, 60% of the world's people and cargo is transported by vehicle that move on rubber tires over roadways of various construction, composition, and quality. The number of such vehicles, including automobiles and all manner of trucks, increases continually with a growing positive impact on accessibility and a growing negative impact on interactions among humans and their relationship to the surrounding environment. This multiplicity of vehicles, through their physical impact and their emi...
Konstruieren Von Pkw-Karosserien (VDI-Buch)
by Jrg Grabner and Richard Nothhaft
Die Faszination, die vom Auto ausgeht, ist und bleibt ungebrochen. Entsprechend interessant ist ein Buch, das dem Leser vor dem Hintergrund konventioneller Konstruktionstechniken die virtuelle Produktentwicklung von Pkw-Karosserien an modernen CAD-Arbeitspldtzen nahebringt. Die Autoren f]hren in die Grundlagen ein und zeigen anhand von Beispielen, wie mit dem System CATIA der Rohbau sowie die Ausstattung innen und au_en konstruiert werden. Dar]ber hinaus wird das so genannte "Package" an Beispie...
For the complete story on Holley fuel systems, pick up Holley Carburetors & Manifolds. It includes the entire line of Holley products: carburetors, manifolds, fuel pumps, and filters. In the Holley Carburetor Handbook, concise text explains the basics of the fuel-inlet, idle, main-metering, secondary and choke systems. Learn about the 4150/4160’s unique metering blocks. Instructions cover carburetor repairs and adjustment. And a bonus section describes how to choose a carburetor based on engi...
The iconic Porsche 917 took Porsche to its first Le Mans victory in 1970, winning again in 1971, and then dominating the North American Can-Am series in 1972 and 1973. The 917 was driven by drivers such as Derek Bell, Jo Siffert, Jackie Oliver, Pedro Rodriguez, Mark Donohue and Brian Redman. The car was also the star of the film Le Mans, in the hands of Steve McQueen, whose car featured the iconic John Wyer Automotive (JWA) Gulf livery. Today, the Porsche 917 is one of the most sought-after and...
QS-9000 Answer Book
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Vehicle Noise and Vibration (IMechE conference transaction, 1998-5)
With the ever-increasing demands for reduced noise and increased comfort, engineers constantly strive to give a smoother ride coupled with better sound quality. The papers presented in this volume examine the developments and available technologies involved in reducing the interior and exterior noise in passenger cars, trucks and other vehicles.
Living the Van Life in Nomadic Style The ultimate van life guide on living in a van, constructing your van, and preparing for a beautiful and adventurous life on the road! Don’t know where to start? We got you! Kate Field has created a guide on how to transition mentally and physically from a fixed address to an adventurous life on the road. Vans are different from campervans, motorhomes, and campers and Kate goes into detail on how to figure out just what vehicle suits your lifestyle and pe...
When Ford Motor Company was formed in 1903, its primary assembly plant was a wooden one-story wagon shop, but as the auto manufacturer grew, so did its factories, By 1917, building on his experience with the Piquette and Highland Park plants, Henry Ford began constructing his ultimate vision of an efficient and effective industrial complex on the banks of the Rouge River. In its time, "The Rouge," as Detroiters called it, was the largest integrated automobile factory in the world, with facilitie...
Written by two of the most respected, experienced and well-known researchers and developers in the field (e.g., Kiencke worked at Bosch where he helped develop anti-breaking system and engine control; Nielsen has lead joint research projects with Scania AB, Mecel AB, Saab Automobile AB, Volvo AB, Fiat GM Powertrain AB, and DaimlerChrysler. Reflecting the trend to optimization through integrative approaches for engine, driveline and vehicle control, this valuable book enables control engineers to...
This full-throttle account of the rise and reign of NASCAR nation is motorsports reporter Clarke's chronicle of how stock car racing exploded from regional obsession to national phenomenon. In covering the sport for more than fifteen years, Clarke has developed a strong rapport with NASCAR's drivers, team owners, and hard-core fans. Through her reporting and analysis, we get to know the public and private sides of NASCAR's most iconic figures. Clarke shows NASCAR to be at a crossroads: in pursui...
A compilation of classic articles, features and photographs from Hot Rod magazine from 1948 to 1958. Includes Stroker McGurk cartoons, Hot Rod of the Month articles, Parts with Appeal features, articles about Bonneville, the Indy 500, and other historic races, and much more. A nostalgic look at one of the richest eras in hot rodding history from the magazine of the time.