A series of research tasks were instituted to assess the impact of automotive technologies and the manufacturer's overall product plans on existing and future fuel economy requirements. Supported by NHTSA's Technology Assessment Division, this program provided analytical capabilities in the areas of automotive technology, manufacturing costs, and industry assessments. Specific subject areas of investigation include: potential fuel economy improvements from variable valve timing of internal combustion engines; effects of tire under inflation on fuel economy; reductions in engine friction; automotive applications of metal/plastic laminates as a substitute material; cost, weight and material analyses of a Ford F-150 light truck; design, cost and weight analyses of truck-trailer rear underride guards; the impact of FMVSS (seat belts) comfort and convenience on vehicle manufacturing; design modifications and manufacturing costs of child seat tether anchorages; and identification of auto manufacturer's technical progress in weight reduction through material substitution and component redesign.
Review and Evaluation of Automotive Fuel Conservation Technologies. Volume I: Summary
1981
89 pages
Report
Keine Angabe
Englisch
Review Of Fuel Induction Technologies for Automotive Hydrogen Propulsion
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