Virtual prototype in vehicle-road system dynamics

Author: Ren Weiqun (Compiler)
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Publish Date: 2005-09-01
Features: This book serves as a foundational text for studying vehicle-road system dynamics (including vehicle dynamics and control, vehicle-road interaction, and other aspects) using virtual prototype technology and related software (such as MSC.ADAMS). The main content includes:
- An introduction to virtual prototype technology and related software (e.g., MSC.ADAMS);
- Virtual prototype modeling methods for vehicle systems;
- Virtual prototype simulation of vehicle dynamics (including qualitative simulation and analysis of vehicle handling, simulation and analysis of ride comfort, etc.);
- Simulation of vehicle-road interaction forces and road response;
- Road damage evaluation and measures to reduce vehicle-induced road damage;
- Active control technologies in vehicle-road system dynamics.
The book emphasizes linking theory with practice and addresses specific engineering problems. It adopts a "project-driven" approach, with chapters organized according to the basic steps of applying virtual prototype technology to study vehicle dynamics and vehicle-road interaction. Practical examples are provided, demonstrating comprehensive engineering applications, with each chapter following these steps to form a systematic method for completing such projects. This helps readers learn and apply the techniques presented in the book.
The book is suitable as a teaching text for senior undergraduate and graduate students in mechanical engineering (primarily mechanical design and theory, and vehicle engineering) and transportation engineering (primarily road engineering) disciplines, covering topics such as virtual prototype technology, MSC.ADAMS software, vehicle dynamics, automotive design, pavement engineering, and pavement design. It can also serve as a reference for professionals in related engineering fields and government policy-making departments.