Checking date: 16/05/2022


Course: 2022/2023

Vehicle Theory
(14206)
Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering (Plan: 446 - Estudio: 221)


Coordinating teacher: GARCIA-POZUELO RAMOS, DANIEL

Department assigned to the subject: Mechanical Engineering Department

Type: Compulsory
ECTS Credits: 6.0 ECTS

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Requirements (Subjects that are assumed to be known)
Knowledge of calculus, algebra and solving of differential equations. Machine Theory, Mechanics of Structures and Machine Mechanics.
Objectives
By the end of this subject, students will be able to have: 1. A systematic understanding of the key aspects and concepts of vehicle dynamics and automobile systems. 2. The ability to apply their knowledge and understanding to identify, formulate and solve automobile engineering problems using established methods. 3. The ability to select and apply relevant analytic and modelling methods in automobile engineering. 4. The ability to apply their knowledge and understanding to develop and realise designs to meet defined and specified requirements in automobile engineering. 5. The ability to design and conduct appropriate experiments, interpret the data and draw conclusions. 6. The ability to combine theory and practice to solve problems in automobile engineering. 7. Work effectively as an individual and as a member of a team.
Skills and learning outcomes
Description of contents: programme
Lecture 1: Types of vehicle. Vehicle chassis. Centre of gravity calculation. Lecture 2: Mechanical features of tires. Lecture 3: Aerodynamics. Lecture 4: Longitudinal dynamics. Traction. Lecture 5: Transmission system. Lecture 6: Longitudinal dynamics. Braking. Lecture 7: Longitudinal dynamics. Braking systems. Lecture 8: Lateral dynamics. Cornering Lecture 9: Vertical dynamics. Suspension systems. Lecture 10: Lateral dynamics: Rollover. Lecture 11: Hybrid Electric Vehicles.
Learning activities and methodology
Lectures will be explained in big groups, exercises for understanding the lectures will be solved and labs will be carried out. Four labs will be carried out: Lab 1: Design and testing of a tubular chassis of a vehicle (I). Lab 2: Tires and vehicle components. Lab 3: Periodic Motor Vehicle Inspection (PMVI). Lab 4: Design and testing of a tubular chassis of a vehicle (II).
Assessment System
  • % end-of-term-examination 50
  • % of continuous assessment (assigments, laboratory, practicals...) 50
Calendar of Continuous assessment
Basic Bibliography
  • A. Gauchia, D. García-Pozuelo, B. L. Boada, Mª J. L. Boada, E. Olmeda, V. Díaz, J. Fuentes. Automóviles y Ferrocarriles: Problemas Resueltos. UNED. 2014
  • M.J. Nunney.. Light and heavy vehicle technology.. Published by Elsevier..
  • Thomas D. Gillespie.. Fundamentals of vehicle dynamics.. Published by the Society of Automotive Engineers..
  • V. Díaz, E. Olmeda, A. Gauchia, D. García-Pozuelo, B. L. Boada, Mª J. L. Boada, J. Fuentes. Automóviles y Ferrocarriles. UNED. 2013
Additional Bibliography
  • Arias Paz. Manual de Automóviles. CIE INVERSIONES EDITORIALES DOSSAT-2000, S.L.. 2006
  • William F. Milliken and Douglas L. Milliken. Race Car Vehicle Dynamics. SAE. 1995

The course syllabus may change due academic events or other reasons.