In the face of dwindling resources, rising energy prices and increasing environmental pollution, reductions in consumption and emissions are topics of increasing importance in all fields of technology. To achieve these goals specifically in the automotive industry, new engine concepts are needed in connection with thorough-going implementation of lightweight construction. Whereas weight-optimized plastics components are already utilized in many vehicle subsystems and components, steel and/or aluminum structures are usually used for load-bearing structural elements. This statement also applies fundamentally for the engine mounting subsystem. In this area, plastics components have been used previously only for subordinate, moderately loaded semi-components. Now for the first time, a mechanically highly-loadable torque reaction mount has been conceived as a plastics structural part and implemented in the series production of a vehicle with a transverse-mounted engine. In addition to weight reduction, it also helps create a more advantageous load distribution on the axles. Load reduction on the front axle has positive effects on driving dynamics and safety. The paper begins by stating fundamental requirements for components of engine mounting systems. The principle procedure in developing load-bearing plastics components includes the topics of integrative simulation, laboratory component tests and in-vehicle testing.
High performance plastic components for engine mount applications
2008
13 Seiten, 11 Bilder, 2 Quellen
Aufsatz (Konferenz)
Englisch
High Performance Plastic Components for Engine Mount Applications
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