Abstract
This Section covers the contribution of the vehicle body and the critical importance of producing light-weight structures with the correct mass distribution to ensure agile performance. The Dynamic Index design parameter and its influence on handling performance is described together with a practical example using an experimental vehicle. The use of finite element methods to optimize vehicle structures is also described.
| Original language | English |
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| Title of host publication | Advanced Autonomous Vehicle Design for Severe Environments |
| Editors | Vladimir V. Vantsevich, Mike V. Blundell |
| Place of Publication | Amsterdam, Netherlands |
| Publisher | IOS Press |
| Pages | 358-372 |
| ISBN (Print) | 978-161499575-3, 978-161499576-0 |
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| Publication status | Published - 2015 |