MAIN TOPIC FOR THIS COURSE

•Where do we start to design?

Vehicle and powertrain classification,  Pros and Cons for different cars, Chassis Requirements.

•Tools & Methods

Decision Matrix Approach, V-shape development, Standard development plan for a car and for components, DVP&R and Statistics approach to validation, Main workflows in a car development

•Suspension System

Variants used in automotive and decision matrix; Basic description of components, main force to consider to size suspension elements, which mission profile for which car, evolutional trends for suspension

•Active Suspension Components

Basic description and requirements, main parameters used to size, integration with Hi-Level control module for Ride & Comfort  (shock absorber and air springs)

•Braking System

Braking system description, basic requirements for an automotive application, main parameters used to size brakes, Modulation system (ABS, ESP, VDC), ADAS special requirements, Brake-by-Wire additional requirements

•Steering System

Steering system description, basic requirements for an automotive application, main parameters used to size steering, EPS, AWS, ADAS special requirements, Steer-by-Wire future trends and additional requirements to understand

•A Practical example 

From Suspension Kinematic to Components CTS