MECH-542 Chassis System Design - R. Lundstrom

Syllabus

The objective of this course is to provide a comprehensive experience in the area of automotive chassis engineering. Students will work in teams to complete a chassis design project applicable to passenger cars or light trucks. The course covers tires and wheels, brakes, suspensions and steering. A vehicle system approach is used in learning and applications and the logic of vehicle dynamics and the science of improvement are integrated into the course content. Professional computer aided engineering tools are introduced and applied in the areas of suspension design and overall vehicle dynamic performance.