Using CAE tools based on nonlinear finite element methods, full-frontalcollision dynamic simulation and analysis of a sedan car body with 3D tubular load bearing frame aretentatively carried out. Time histories of the...Using CAE tools based on nonlinear finite element methods, full-frontalcollision dynamic simulation and analysis of a sedan car body with 3D tubular load bearing frame aretentatively carried out. Time histories of the main collisional parameters are presented,improvements of the frame are partially made according to simulation results. Collisional simulationof the tubular frame alone indicates that, such new type of bodywork for sedan car is of goodpotentialities to meet the collision safety regulations.展开更多
For years the interest of the UDR1 researcher group has been focused on the development of a Hybrid Series (HS) vehicle, different from the standard one, using a Gas Turbine (GT) set as a thermal engine. The reason of...For years the interest of the UDR1 researcher group has been focused on the development of a Hybrid Series (HS) vehicle, different from the standard one, using a Gas Turbine (GT) set as a thermal engine. The reason of this choice resides in the opportunity to reduce weight and dimension, in comparison to a traditional In- ternal Combustion Engine (ICE). It’s not possible to use the GT engine directly for the vehicle traction, so the UDR1 HS configuration shows the GT set connected with the electric generator only. The result is that the traction is pure electric. Many efforts are spent in the definition of a generic scientific method to define the correct ratio HD (the Hybridization Degree) between the installed power of the battery pack and that of the GT electric generator which simultaneously guarantee the main life for the battery package and the ca- pacity of the vehicle to complete a common mission (about 15 km - 30 km) without lack of energy or stop. This paper reports all studies carried out and finally proposes a possible configuration (weight distribution, VMU logic control, GT dimensions and power rate, battery package characteristics and so on) for mid term solution in the Italian transport system.展开更多
The Tianjin Mini-Automobile Factory is a main engine factory of the Tianjin Aotomoibile Industry (Group) Co. Ltd., and also a manufacturer of the Charade sedan cars of economy model. It is one of China’s four major s...The Tianjin Mini-Automobile Factory is a main engine factory of the Tianjin Aotomoibile Industry (Group) Co. Ltd., and also a manufacturer of the Charade sedan cars of economy model. It is one of China’s four major sedan car production bases. In 1995, it formed a production capacity of 150 thousand sedan cars. The Charade sedan cars still occupy 60 percent market share of the national taxi market. The Tianjin Mini-Automobile Factory now has a total staff of 3,914. It covers an ama of 429,000 square metres,展开更多
The pedestrian protection technology must be used in automotive design if China-made automotives want to compete and grow strong in the world in the future. In this paper, a CAE simulation analysis is made for a domes...The pedestrian protection technology must be used in automotive design if China-made automotives want to compete and grow strong in the world in the future. In this paper, a CAE simulation analysis is made for a domestic sedan car hood to check whether it meet the pedestrian safety protection laws and regulations. Results show that the original car cannot meet the demands of the rules. In order to meet the standards of the pedustrian protection rules, the car hood should undergo structural improvements. Tested again by CAE simulation analysis, the car after a series of improved design can reached the 3-star class EuroNCAP（ Euro New Car Assessment Program）standard of the car pedestrian safety protection laws and regulations.展开更多
Rebuilding Brand Strategy,(Ⅰ)Rebuilding the Brand Mission,In response to Chairman Mao’s hope that"it would be a great joy to see Chinese workers build cars"and his wish for"the day when we can ride in...Rebuilding Brand Strategy,(Ⅰ)Rebuilding the Brand Mission,In response to Chairman Mao’s hope that"it would be a great joy to see Chinese workers build cars"and his wish for"the day when we can ride in cars made by ourselves," Hongqi produced China’s first Luxury sedan in 1958.In 2011,during an inspection of FAW,Xi Jinping expressed his wish that more Chinese people could ride in Hongqi sedans made by FAW.FAW adopted this as a new mission,and Xu Liuping interprets Hongqi’s brand mission as"serving more Chinese people".展开更多
An objective evaluation scheme for automotive technical and comprehensive performance could provide critical and instructive insights for academic research,engineering practice,and commercial marketing of vehicles.In ...An objective evaluation scheme for automotive technical and comprehensive performance could provide critical and instructive insights for academic research,engineering practice,and commercial marketing of vehicles.In this paper,the technical performance index A=S∕T_(1)⋅T_(2)(m∕(s^(2)⋅L))and comprehensive performance index F=M⋅S∕T_(1)⋅T_(2),(kN⋅L^(−1),where M is the vehicle mass)are formulated by incorporating the vehicle 0–100 km⋅h^(−1) acceleration duration T_(1),100–0 km⋅h^(−1) braking duration T_(2),and fuel economy S(mileage per liter fuel at constant speed)to assess the vehicle’s longitudinal dynamic performance.A and F offer a clear physical implication of a vehicle’s acceleration capability and traction efficiency acquired per unit of fuel consumption,respectively.These indexes are used for wide case studies of popular market sedans and SUVs of joint ventures(JVs)and domestic brands in China over the last 17 years.The findings prove that this approach could be effectively and reliably utilized for the objective evaluation and analysis of the technical and comprehensive performance of automotive models.展开更多
Lexus China recently announced that the luxury sports sedan GS300 limited special edition will be launched in China’s market. Only 140 units will be sold in China, with a MSRP of 649,000 yuan ($98,333).
Sedan chairs were a common mode of transportation in ancient China, with etiquette requiring their use during wedding ceremonies in the Ming and Qing dynasties (1368-1911). They were an important part of weddings and ...Sedan chairs were a common mode of transportation in ancient China, with etiquette requiring their use during wedding ceremonies in the Ming and Qing dynasties (1368-1911). They were an important part of weddings and added a jubilant atmosphere to the occasion. This well-preserved and quite likely the most luxurious展开更多
基金This project is supported by Provincial Science Foundation of Guangdong, China (No.990574).
文摘Using CAE tools based on nonlinear finite element methods, full-frontalcollision dynamic simulation and analysis of a sedan car body with 3D tubular load bearing frame aretentatively carried out. Time histories of the main collisional parameters are presented,improvements of the frame are partially made according to simulation results. Collisional simulationof the tubular frame alone indicates that, such new type of bodywork for sedan car is of goodpotentialities to meet the collision safety regulations.
文摘For years the interest of the UDR1 researcher group has been focused on the development of a Hybrid Series (HS) vehicle, different from the standard one, using a Gas Turbine (GT) set as a thermal engine. The reason of this choice resides in the opportunity to reduce weight and dimension, in comparison to a traditional In- ternal Combustion Engine (ICE). It’s not possible to use the GT engine directly for the vehicle traction, so the UDR1 HS configuration shows the GT set connected with the electric generator only. The result is that the traction is pure electric. Many efforts are spent in the definition of a generic scientific method to define the correct ratio HD (the Hybridization Degree) between the installed power of the battery pack and that of the GT electric generator which simultaneously guarantee the main life for the battery package and the ca- pacity of the vehicle to complete a common mission (about 15 km - 30 km) without lack of energy or stop. This paper reports all studies carried out and finally proposes a possible configuration (weight distribution, VMU logic control, GT dimensions and power rate, battery package characteristics and so on) for mid term solution in the Italian transport system.
文摘The Tianjin Mini-Automobile Factory is a main engine factory of the Tianjin Aotomoibile Industry (Group) Co. Ltd., and also a manufacturer of the Charade sedan cars of economy model. It is one of China’s four major sedan car production bases. In 1995, it formed a production capacity of 150 thousand sedan cars. The Charade sedan cars still occupy 60 percent market share of the national taxi market. The Tianjin Mini-Automobile Factory now has a total staff of 3,914. It covers an ama of 429,000 square metres,
文摘The pedestrian protection technology must be used in automotive design if China-made automotives want to compete and grow strong in the world in the future. In this paper, a CAE simulation analysis is made for a domestic sedan car hood to check whether it meet the pedestrian safety protection laws and regulations. Results show that the original car cannot meet the demands of the rules. In order to meet the standards of the pedustrian protection rules, the car hood should undergo structural improvements. Tested again by CAE simulation analysis, the car after a series of improved design can reached the 3-star class EuroNCAP（ Euro New Car Assessment Program）standard of the car pedestrian safety protection laws and regulations.
文摘Rebuilding Brand Strategy,(Ⅰ)Rebuilding the Brand Mission,In response to Chairman Mao’s hope that"it would be a great joy to see Chinese workers build cars"and his wish for"the day when we can ride in cars made by ourselves," Hongqi produced China’s first Luxury sedan in 1958.In 2011,during an inspection of FAW,Xi Jinping expressed his wish that more Chinese people could ride in Hongqi sedans made by FAW.FAW adopted this as a new mission,and Xu Liuping interprets Hongqi’s brand mission as"serving more Chinese people".
基金The National Natural Science Foundation of China(Project Name:Transmission mechanics and performance optimization of confined granular media self-adaptive differentialNo.51475475)工+1 种基金the Changsha Natural Science Foundation of China(Project Name:Structure principle and performance prediction of the intelligent tireNo.kq2014130)have provided funding for this research.
文摘An objective evaluation scheme for automotive technical and comprehensive performance could provide critical and instructive insights for academic research,engineering practice,and commercial marketing of vehicles.In this paper,the technical performance index A=S∕T_(1)⋅T_(2)(m∕(s^(2)⋅L))and comprehensive performance index F=M⋅S∕T_(1)⋅T_(2),(kN⋅L^(−1),where M is the vehicle mass)are formulated by incorporating the vehicle 0–100 km⋅h^(−1) acceleration duration T_(1),100–0 km⋅h^(−1) braking duration T_(2),and fuel economy S(mileage per liter fuel at constant speed)to assess the vehicle’s longitudinal dynamic performance.A and F offer a clear physical implication of a vehicle’s acceleration capability and traction efficiency acquired per unit of fuel consumption,respectively.These indexes are used for wide case studies of popular market sedans and SUVs of joint ventures(JVs)and domestic brands in China over the last 17 years.The findings prove that this approach could be effectively and reliably utilized for the objective evaluation and analysis of the technical and comprehensive performance of automotive models.
文摘Lexus China recently announced that the luxury sports sedan GS300 limited special edition will be launched in China’s market. Only 140 units will be sold in China, with a MSRP of 649,000 yuan ($98,333).
文摘Sedan chairs were a common mode of transportation in ancient China, with etiquette requiring their use during wedding ceremonies in the Ming and Qing dynasties (1368-1911). They were an important part of weddings and added a jubilant atmosphere to the occasion. This well-preserved and quite likely the most luxurious
