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| MECA0494-2 | Driveline and braking systems
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| Duration : | 15h Th, 10h Pr |
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| Lecturer : | Jean‑Luc Bozet, Olivier Bruls, Pierre Duysinx |
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Language(s) of instruction :
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| English language |
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Course contents :
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| Introduction to the architecture and to the design of drivelines, powertrains and braking systems and their major components :
- Layout
- Gearboxes
- Clutches
- Differentials
- Driveshafts
- Modelling of drive line and powertrain
- Braking systems
Lab Works : brake test bed, gear box and differential manipulations |
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Learning outcomes of the course :
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- Knowledge of fundamentals of drivelines and braking systems
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Prerequisites and co-requisites/ Recommended optional programme components :
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- Basics in mechanics and machine elements
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Planned learning activities and teaching methods :
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- Lab Works : brake test bed, gear box and differential manipulations
- Computer work of modeling
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Mode of delivery (face-to-face ; distance-learning) :
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| The lecture is given in English in one week from 24 to 30 November 2010 at the Campus Automobile in Spa-Francorchamps |
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Recommended or required readings :
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| Copy of slides
References books:
- J. Happian-Smith (ed.) "An Introduction to Modern Vehicle Design". Butterworth Heinemann. 2002.
- W. Milliken & D. Milliken. « Race Car Vehicle Dynamics », 1995, Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE)
- R. Bosch. « Automotive Handbook». 5th edition. 2002. Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE)
- J. Reimpell, H. Stoll, J. Betzler. «The automotive chassis: engineering principles ». 2nd edition. 2001, SAE.
- H. Heisler. « Vehicle and Engine Technology ». 2nd edition. SAE, 1999.
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Assessment methods and criteria :
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| Assessment of computer homwork and lab reports |
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Organizational remarks :
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| Part of the lectures are supplied by car manufactures and tier one suppliers |
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Contacts :
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| Jean-Luc Bozet
jlbozet@ulg.ac.be
Olivier Bruls
O.Bruls@ulg.ac.be
Pierre Duysinx
P.Duysinx@ulg.ac.be
(P.Duysinx@ulg.ac.be) |
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