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In-Use emission compliance regulations globally mandate that machines meet emission standards in the field, beyond dyno certification. For engine manufacturers, understanding emission compliance risks early is crucial for technology selection, calibration strategies, and validation routines. This study focuses on developing analytical and statistical methods for emission compliance risk assessment using Fleet Intelligence Data, which includes high-frequency telematics data from over 500K machines, reporting more than 1000 measures at 1Hz frequency. Traditional analytical methods are inadequate for handling such big data, necessitating advanced methods. We developed data pipelines to query measures from the Enterprise Data Lake (A Structured Data storage system), address big data challenges, and ensure data quality. Regulatory requirements were translated into software logic and applied to pre-processed data for emission compliance assessment. The resulting reports provide actionable
Arya, Satya PrakashShekarappa, Kiran
Tillage, a fundamental agricultural practice involving soil preparation for planting, has traditionally relied on mechanical implements with limited real-time data collection or adjustment capabilities. The lack of real-time data and implement statistics results in fleet managers struggling to track performance, driver behavior, and operational efficiency of the implements. Lack of data on vehicle performance can result in unexpected breakdowns and higher maintenance costs, ensuring compliance with regulations is challenging without proper data tracking, potentially leading to fines and legal issues. Bluetooth-enabled mechanical implements for tillage operations represent an emerging frontier in precision agriculture, combining traditional soil preparation techniques with modern wireless technology. Implement mounted battery powered BLE (Bluetooth Low Energy) modules operated by solar panel based rechargeable batteries to power microcontroller. When Implement is operational turns
Kaniche, OnkarRajurkar, KartikGokhale, SourabhaVadnere, Mohan
In today’s competitive landscape, industries are relying heavily on the use of warranty data analytics techniques to manage and improve warranty performance. Warranty analytics is important since it provides valuable insights into product quality and reliability. It must be noted here that by systematically looking into warranty claims and related information, industries can identify patterns and trends that indicate potential issues with the products. This analysis helps in early detection of defects, enabling timely corrective actions that improve product performance and customer satisfaction. This paper introduces a comprehensive framework that combines conventional methods with advanced machine learning techniques to provide a multifaceted perspective on warranty data. The methodology leverages historical warranty claims and product usage data to predict failure patterns & identify root causes. By integrating these diverse methods, the framework offers a more accurate and holistic
Quadri, Danishuddin S.F.Soma, Nagaraju
This paper introduces a comprehensive solution for predictive maintenance, utilizing statistical data and analytics. The proposed Service Planner feature offers customers real-time insights into the health of machine or vehicle parts and their replacement schedules. By referencing data from service stations and manufacturer advisories, the Service Planner assesses the current health and estimated lifespan of parts based on metrics such as days, engine hours, kilometers, and statistical data. This approach integrates predictive analytics, cost estimation, and service planning to reduce unplanned downtime and improve maintenance budgeting, aligning with SAE expectations for review-ready manuscripts. The user interface displays current part health, replacement due dates, and estimated replacement costs. For example, if air filter replacement is recommended every six months, the solution uses manufacturer advisories to estimate the remaining life of the air filter in terms of days or
Chaudhari, Hemant Ashok
The reliability of vehicle steering systems is extremely important to ensure safety, vehicle performance and gain customer satisfaction. Life data analysis conducted to analyze how the steering systems are performing in the field and assess whether the steering systems can meet the reliability target when deployed in the field. This article discusses about the systematic process to conduct the field data analysis of Hydraulic Powered Steering System (HPS) from the warranty claim data, usage of Weibull distribution to derive the life characteristic parameters. Based on the process described in this article, the statistical analysis of the warranty claim data performed and identified that, “the Hydraulic Power Steering Gears demonstrated more than 99% reliability in the field with statistical confidence of 90% and able meet the ZF’s Internal target for the HPS Systems”.
Ravindran, MohanSugumar, Ganesh
This paper presents measurement results of emissions and fuel economy on real-world driving of two-wheelers in India using a state-of-the-art FTIR PEMS technology. The study aimed to characterize the emissions profiles of a small motorcycle under typical Indian driving conditions, including congested urban traffic and highway driving. This is the continuation of the study conducted previously on bigger motorcycle using gas analyzer [1], with necessary adaptations to suit the specific conditions of Indian roads and traffic. Key parameters such as NOx, CO, CO2 and Fuel consumption were measured during real-world driving cycles and comparison is done with standard WMTC emission testing cycle. The findings of this study provide valuable insights into the actual on-road emissions of two-wheelers in India, which can be used to develop more accurate emission models and guide the development of cleaner and more efficient two-wheeler technologies. Key Considerations: Specifics of Indian Driving
Agrawal, RahulJaswal, RahulYadav, Sachin
The current automotive development cycle is becoming shorter and shorter, therefore research is needed to improve the efficiency of wind noise transient calculation. This article summarizes 14 internal and external factors that affect the efficiency and accuracy of transient analysis of wind noise, and uses the ULH algorithm to design DOE for these 14 factors. A total of 200 efficiency improvement schemes are generated, and transient analysis is conducted on each of the 200 schemes. The simulation results and calculation time of wind noise inside the vehicle are statistically analyzed. And aerodynamic acoustic wind tunnel tests were conducted to verify this, with the optimization objectives of simulation values approaching 86.1 AI% (experimental values) and shortened calculation time. NSGA-II algorithm was used to optimize and obtain five sets of efficiency combination schemes that meet the requirements. Develop five appearance feature schemes for areas such as A-pillar and rearview
Li, XiangliangZhang, XiangdongLiu, XuelongWang, HaiyangHuang, Zhongyuan
The effectiveness of fare collection systems (FCS) plays a critical role in ensuring operational efficiency and passenger convenience in public rail transit, including Metro Rail Transit Line 3 (MRT-3). However, the current contactless smart card-based FCS faces challenges such as technical malfunctions, long queues, and limited payment options. While modernization efforts focus on automated payment solutions, passenger acceptance remains a key determinant of its successful adoption. This study examined the demographic and preference-based factors affecting FCS adoption using a two-phase approach: statistical association tests assessed demographic influences, while Partial Least Square - Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM) evaluated behavioral predictors. Findings revealed that income level and frequency of use are the strongest predictors of FCS preference, highlighting economic constraints and travel habits as key factors in its adoption. The PLS-SEM results revealed that
de Ocampo, Randel BorisEstores, Gilford
In contemporary global commerce, swift advancements are observed within the maritime transportation sector. The frequency of seafaring voyages increases apace, from which it is discerned that navigational safety emerges as an indispensable concern. Paramount to safeguarding vessel operations and diminishing the susceptibility to maritime mishaps has become the integration of ship domain models. Through incorporation of AIS datasets alongside mathematical statistical evaluations melded with insights derived from ship captains, this discourse introduces a novel risk domain paradigm tailor-made for ships. The curated data amalgamated with maritime captaincy was stratified and overlayered, utilizing techniques such as the maximum density method juxtaposed with least squares calculation to ascertain the periphery defining the ship’s risk precinct. This newly conceived model interweaves aspects of ship maneuverability in concert with evasion protocols predicated on extant ship domain models
Xiong, JuntingZhang, YongChen, XiaofengMeng, FanjunZhang, Junpeng
Knowledge of real-world driving behavior is fundamental to the development of drive systems. The derivation of representative requirements or driving cycles for use case-specific vehicle use allows a customer-centered drive system design. These datasets contain data such as distance, standstill times, average accelerations or a customer driving style estimation. In addition, the real-world data can be used for regulatory purposes such as the definition of utility factors or the definition of real driving emission cycles. In a research project funded by FVV e.V., we have developed a universal database software including data storage, user interface and general data plausibility functions for real driving data. The database contains detailed time series measurement data on component and vehicle level such as torque and speed of electric motors and internal combustion engines as well as general mobility data such as driving distance statistics. A key objective of the database development
Sander, MarcelSturm, Axel WolfgangMartínez Medina, ÓscarHenze, RomanKühne, UlfEilts, Peter
The United States Environmental Protection Agency (US-EPA) requires nitrogen oxides (NOx) measurement using Chemiluminescent Detectors (CLDs), Non-dispersive Ultraviolet (NDUV), and Zirconia Oxide (ZrO2) analyzers, as outlined in the 40 CFR Part 1065. Quantification of NO2 by CLD requires dual-CLDs; one dedicated to measuring the NO and another coupled with a NO2-to-NO converter to measure the total NOx. Measurement by using dual-CLDs involves mathematically subtracting NO from total NOx to get NO2 information. This requires perfect time alignments of both CLDs assigned for measuring NO and NOx to maintain accurate NO2 calculations. The NO2-to-NO converters can degrade over time and need to be replaced to get accurate total NOx measurement. In this study, Infra-red Laser Absorption Modulation (IRLAMTM) technology, which is an advanced QCL-IR spectroscopy proposed in the previous study [1], is used to measure NO and NO2 simultaneously in the exhaust gas of light-duty vehicles. This
Rahman, MontajirNevius, TimIsrael, JoshuaHara, KenjiNagura, Naoki
With ongoing microelectronic supply chain issues, the demand for genuine field-programmable gate arrays (FPGAs) is increasing – but so is the occurrence of counterfeit devices. Frequently, devices are used, salvaged from old systems, and repackaged as new. Recycled devices represent the largest class of counterfeit devices and are becoming more rampant with ongoing supply chain challenges. Therefore, it is often necessary to test whether a device is genuine before employing it in a new system. Current methods for evaluating devices are frequently destructive allowing for only small sample testing within lots. Other methods require complex external equipment and cannot be readily deployed throughout the supply chain. Graf Research Corporation has developed a methodology for using soft sensor telemetry bitstreams to characterize an FPGA device and subsequently classify whether a device is a repackaged counterfeit via statistical and machine learning models. The new method utilizes
Batchelor, WhitneyCrofford, CodyKoiner, JamesWinslow, MargaretTaylor, MiaPaar, KevinHarper, Scott
A statistical method for analyzing momentum deflection angles of fuel injectors based on Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulation of the internal nozzle flow is proposed. This method is especially relevant for large marine two stroke engines where the spray is often deflected due to an eccentric and asymmetric design of the internal injector geometry. Unsteady Reynolds-Averaged Navier-Stokes (URANS) CFD simulations are employed to analyze the internal flow of different cavitating injectors which have four and five nozzle holes, respectively, for a 50 cm bore and a 95 cm bore dual-fuel engine operating on methanol. The in-nozzle flow dynamics vary from one to another significantly. The use of the statistical analysis on the distribution of deflection angles at the fuel nozzle hole exit further assists at explaining differences in measured surface temperatures of the exhaust valve bottom and piston bowl. The corrected spray angles obtained from these in-nozzle simulations also serve
Quist, Nicolai ArentMatlok, SimonPang, Kar MunNorman, Thomas SchaldemoseMayer, StefanWalther, Jens Honoré
In this article, a three-dimensional transient CFD simulation method is used to simulate the wind noise of a vehicle model’s external flow field. The transient noise excitation of external noise sources outside each window glass are analyzed, and the statistical energy analysis method is used to calculate the articulation index of the front and rear passenger inside the vehicle. Then, the variation range of the thickness of each window glass is set, and the side window glass is also divided into two types: single-layer glass and laminated glass. After the design parameters are defined, the design space is established. The articulation index of the front and rear passengers and the total weight of the glass are the three design objectives for multi-objective optimization simulation, based on the results of optimization simulation, the change trend of each design parameter and design objective is analyzed; the sensitivity of the design objective to each design parameter is studied; the
Xiong, ZhenfengZhang, XiaoLiu, PingLi, BoYuan, QingpengChen, ShiwenTo, Chi Hin
Gears are essential components in industrial machinery, and their design needs to be optimized to ensure the proper functioning of mechanical systems across various industrial applications. In this study, an optimization approach is proposed to determine the optimal design of a spur gear. This approach is based on an improved Jaya algorithm, which features a straightforward formulation without any algorithm-specific control parameters. Utilizing a simple and parameter-free updating mechanism, the strength of this algorithm lies in its iterative ability to enhance candidate solutions by moving them toward the best solution while avoiding the worst one, providing a flexible framework for optimization. However, since the original Jaya algorithm was primarily designed for continuous optimization problems, this research incorporates adjustments to adapt it effectively for mixed-variable optimization problems and to manage multi-objective functions. The effectiveness of the proposed
Rezki, InesFerhat, DjeddouHamouda, AbdelatifAbderazek, Hammoudi
Experimental testing in automotive development sometimes relies on ad hoc approaches like ‘One Factor at a Time’, particularly in time- and resource-limited situations. While widely used, these approaches are limited in their ability to systematically capture parameter interactions and system complexities, which poses significant challenges in safety-critical applications like high-voltage battery systems. This study systematically investigates the factors influencing thermal runaway in lithium-ion battery cells using a statistical full-factorial experimental design. Key parameters, including state of charge, cell capacity and heating trigger power, have been analyzed under controlled conditions with an autoclave setup, enabling precise measurement of thermal and mechanical responses. The use of automotive-grade lithium-ion cells ensures relevance for next-generation applications. By employing factorial regression and statistical analysis, the study identifies critical temperatures
Ceylan, DenizKulzer, André CasalWinterholler, NinaWeinmann, JohannesSchiek, Werner
A good Noise, Vibration, and Harshness (NVH) environment in a vehicle plays an important role in attracting a large customer base in the automotive market. Hence, NVH has been given significant priority while considering automotive design. NVH performance is monitored using simulations early during the design phase and testing in later prototype stages in the automotive industry. Meeting NVH performance targets possesses a greater risk related to design modifications in addition to the cost and time associated with the development process. Hence, a more enhanced and matured design process involves Design Point Analysis (DPA), which is essentially a decision-making process in which analytical tools derived from basic sciences, mathematics, statistics, and engineering fundamentals are used to develop a product model that better fulfills the predefined requirement. This paper shows the systematic approach of conducting a Design Point Analysis-level NVH study to evaluate the acoustic
Ranade, Amod A.Shirode, Satish V.Miskin, AtulMahamuni, Ketan J.Shinde, RahulChowdhury, AshokGhan, Pravin
While many individual technical descriptors exist to quantify and describe different kinds of acoustic phenomena, they each only describe the technical aspects of a sound itself without considering any additional non-acoustic context. Human perception, however, is greatly informed by this context. For example, humans have different expectations for the sound of an electric razor than they do for an internal combustion engine, despite both objects being able to be described by sound pressure level or a measure of roughness. No single technical descriptor alone works in all contexts as a gold standard which objectively determines whether a sound is “good.” Jury tests, however, are a great aid towards gaining a measure of this context. When seeking to effectively quantify the sound quality of a device, it is necessary to combine the perceptive information from the results of a jury test alongside one or more technical descriptors in order to provide a meaningful method of evaluation. The
Thiede, Shane
As India’s economy expands and road infrastructure improves, the number of car owners is expected to grow substantially in the coming years. This market potential has intensified competition among original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to position their products with a focus on cost efficiency while delivering a premium user experience. Noise and Vibration (NV) performance is a critical differentiator in conveying a vehicle's premiumness, and as such, NV engineers must strategically balance the achievement of optimal acoustic performance with constraints on cost, mass, and development timelines. Traditionally, NV package optimization occurs at the prototype or advanced prototype stage, relying heavily on physical testing, which increases both cost and time to market. Furthermore, late-stage design changes amplify these challenges. To address these issues, this paper proposes the integration of Hybrid Statistical Energy Analysis (HSEA) into the early stages of vehicle development
Rai, NiteshMehta, MakrandRavindran, Mugundaram
Composite sandwich beams are widely favored for their high strength-to-weight ratio, so understanding their vibration characteristics is important for optimizing designs in critical industries. This study investigates, through experimental and statistical analyses, the impact of core geometry on the vibration characteristics of epoxy/carbon fiber composite sandwich beams featuring sinusoidal and trapezoidal cores. Modal tests were conducted to determine natural frequencies, damping ratios, and mode shapes. The height and angle of the cores were treated as key independent factors influencing the beams’ vibration characteristics. In both of the cores the damping ratio values increased about 25% and 35% with increasing the height and angle of the sinusoidal and trapezoidal cores, respectively. Additionally, response surface methodology (RSM) was used for statistical analysis of these input parameters’ effects on damping properties, and the optimal values of core’s geometries were
Alwan, Majeed A.Abbood, Ahmed Sh.Farhan, Arkan J.Azadi, Reza
Wind noise is an important indicator for evaluating cabin comfort, and it is essential to accurately predict the wind noise inside the vehicle. In the early stage of automotive design, since the geometry and properties of the sealing strip are often unknown, the contribution of the sealing strip to the wind noise is often directly ignored, which makes the wind noise obtained through simulation in the pre-design stage to be lower than the real value. To investigate the effect of each seal on wind noise, an SUV model was used to simulate the cases of not adding body seals, adding window seals, and further adding door seals, respectively. The contribution of each seal to wind noise was obtained and verified by comparing it with the test results. The influence of the cavity formed at the door seal was also addressed. In the simulations, a CFD solver based on the lattice Boltzmann method (LBM) was used to solve the external flow field, and the noise transmitted into the interior of the
Zhang, YingchaoHe, TengshengWang, YuqiNiu, JiqiangZhang, ZheShen, ChunZhang, Chengchun
There are many riders who drive motorcycles on winding mountain roads and caused single motorcycle traffic accidents on curved roads by lane departure. Driving a motorcycle requires subtle balancing and maneuvering. In this study, in order to clarify the influence of lane departure caused by inadequate driving maneuvers against road alignment, the authors analyzed the required curve initial operation and driving maneuvers in curves depending on the traveling speed using a kinematics simulation for motorcycle dynamics. In addition, it was analyzed how inadequate driving maneuvers for curved roads can easily cause lane departure. As a result, it shows that the steering maneuvers and the lean of motorcycle body during the curves are highly affected by the vehicle speed, and the required maneuvers increases rapidly with increasing speed. The inadequate maneuver in the curves, especially for the lean of motorcycle body and steering torque, even by 10%, may cause failure to follow the
Kuniyuki, HiroshiTakechi, So
Multiple-ion-probe method consists of multiple ion probes placed on the combustion chamber wall, where each individual ion probe detects flame contact and records the time of contact. From the recorded data, it is also possible to indirectly visualize the inside of the combustion chamber, for example, as a motion animation of moving flame front. In this study, a thirty-two ion probes were used to record flames propagating in a two-stroke gasoline engine. The experiment recorded the combustion state in the engine for about 3 seconds under full load at about 6500 rpm, and about 300 cycles were recorded in one experiment. Twelve experiments were conducted under the same experimental conditions, and a total of 4,164 cycles of signal data were obtained in the twelve experiments. Two types of analysis were performed on this data: statistical analysis and machine learning analysis using a linear regression model. Statistical analysis calculated the average flame detection time and standard
Yatsufusa, TomoakiOkahira, TakehiroNagashige, Kohei
Wind tunnel calibration is necessary for repeatable and reproducible data for all industries interested in their output. Quantities such as wind speed, pressure gradients, static operating conditions, ground effects, force and moment measurements, as well as flow uniformity and angularity are all integral in an automotive wind tunnel’s data quality and can be controlled through appropriate calibration, maintenance, and statistical process control programs. The purpose of this technical paper is to (1) provide a basis of commonality for automotive wind tunnel calibration, (2) help customers and operators to determine the calibration standards best suited for their unique automotive wind tunnel and, (3) complement the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics recommended practice R-093-2003(2018) Calibration of Subsonic and Transonic Wind Tunnels as specifically applied to the automotive industry. This document compiles information from various automotive wind tunnel customers
Bringhurst, KatlynnBest, ScottNasr Esfahani, VahidSenft, VictorStevenson, StuartWittmeier, Felix
Real-world data show that abdominal loading due to a poor pelvis-belt restraint interaction is one of the primary causes of injury in belted rear-seat occupants, highlighting the importance of being able to assess it in crash tests. This study analyzes the phenomenon of submarining using video, time histories, and statistical analysis of data from a Hybrid III 5th female dummy seated in the rear seat of passenger vehicles in moderate overlap frontal crash tests. This study also proposes different metrics that can be used for detecting submarining in full-scale crash tests. The results show that apart from the high-speed videos, when comparing time-series graphs of various metrics, using a combination of iliac and lap belt loads was the most reliable method for detecting submarining. Five metrics from the dynamic sensors (the maximum iliac moment, maximum iliac force drop in 1 ms, time for 80% drop from peak iliac force, maximum pelvis rotation, and lumbar shear force) were all
Jagtap, Sushant RJermakian, Jessica SEdwards, Marcy A
Deliberate modifications to infrastructure can significantly enhance machine vision recognition of road sections designed for Vulnerable Road Users, such as green bike lanes. This study evaluates how green bike lanes, compared to unpainted lanes, enhance machine vision recognition and vulnerable road users safety by keeping vehicles at a safe distance and preventing encroachment into designated bike lanes. Conducted at the American Center for Mobility, this study utilizes a vehicle equipped with a front-facing camera to assess green bike lane recognition capabilities across various environmental conditions including dry daytime, dry nighttime, rain, fog, and snow. Data collection involved gathering a comprehensive dataset under diverse conditions and generating masks for lane markings to perform comparative analysis for training Advanced Driver Assistance Systems. Quality measurement and statistical analysis are used to evaluate the effectiveness of machine vision recognition using
Ponnuru, Venkata Naga RithikaDas, SushantaGrant, JosephNaber, JeffreyBahramgiri, Mojtaba
Automated driving is an important development direction of the current automotive industry. Level 3 automated driving allows the driver to perform non-driving related tasks (NDRTs) during automated driving, however, once the operating conditions exceed the designed operating domain, the driver is still required to take over. Therefore, it is important to rationally design takeover requests (TORs) in Level 3 conditional automated driving. This paper investigates the effect of directional tactile guidance on driver takeover performance in emergency obstacle avoidance scenarios during the transfer of control from automated driving mode to manual driving. 18 participants drove a Level 3 conditional automated driving vehicle in a driving simulator on a two-way four-lane urban road, performed a takeover, and avoided obstacles while performing non-driving related tasks. The driver's takeover performance during the takeover process was measured and subjective driver evaluation data was
Liang, XinyingLiang, YunhanMa, XiaoyuanWang, LuyaoChen, GuoyingHu, Hongyu
Both automotive aftermarket vehicle modifications and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) are growing. However, there is very little information available in the public domain about the effect of aftermarket modifications on ADAS functionality. To address this deficiency, a research study was previously performed in which a 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 light truck was tested in four different hardware configurations. These included stock as well as three typical aftermarket configurations comprised of increased tire diameters, a suspension level kit, and two different suspension lift kits. Physical tests were carried out to investigate ADAS performance of lane keeping, crash imminent braking, traffic jam assist, blind spot detection, and rear cross traffic alert systems. The results of the Silverado study showed that the ADAS functionality of that vehicle was not significantly altered by aftermarket modifications. To determine if the results of the Silverado study were
Bastiaan, JenniferMuller, MikeMorales, Luis
In future spark-ignition internal combustion engines, characterized by high compression ratios, issues such as knocking and super-knocking have increasingly emerged as major factors limiting thermal efficiency improvements. Ion current detection technology, with its advantages of not altering engine structure, low cost, and maintenance-free operation, is considered as one of the most promising methods for in-cylinder combustion detection. However, the mechanism of ion current formation under end gas auto-ignition conditions remains unclear, and the matching law between the ion current signal and the combustion state can only be obtained by experimental and statistical methods so far, posing challenges for abnormal combustion diagnostics and control based on ion current detection technology. To analyze the signal characteristics of ion current under abnormal combustion from a more intrinsic perspective, this paper develops a one-dimensional flame ionization model using MATLAB. The model
Zhou, YanxiongDong, GuangyuNi, XiaociXu, JieLi, XianLi, Liguang
Growth in the EV market is resulting in an unprecedented increase of electrical load from EV charging at the household level. This has led to concern about electric utilities’ ability to upgrade electrical distribution infrastructure at an affordable cost and sufficient speed to keep up with EV sales. Adoption of EVs in the California market has outpaced the national average and offers early insight for other regions of the United States. The Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD) partnered with two grid-edge Distributed Energy Resource Management System (DERMS) providers, the OVGIP (recently incorporated as ChargeScape, a joint venture of Ford, BMW, Honda, and Nissan) and Optiwatt, to deliver a vehicle telematics-based active managed charging pilot. The pilot program, launched in Summer 2022 enrolled approximately 1,200 EVs over two years including Tesla, Ford, BMW, and GM vehicles. The goal of this pilot program was to evaluate the business case for managed charging to mitigate
Liddell, ChelseaSchaefer, WalterDreffs, KoraMoul, JacobKay, CarolAswani, Deepak
This paper is a continuation of a previous effort to evaluate the post-impact motion of vehicles with high rotational velocity within various vehicle dynamic simulation softwares. To complete this goal, this paper utilizes a design of experiments (DOE) method. The previous papers analyzed four vehicle dynamic simulation software programs; HVE (SIMON and EDSMAC4), PC-Crash and VCRware, and applied the DOE to determine the most sensitive factors present in each simulation software. This paper will include Virtual Crash into this methodology to better understand the significant variables present within this simulation model. This paper will follow a similar DOE to that which was conducted in the previous paper. A total of 32 trials were conducted which analyzed ten factors. Aerodynamics, a factor included in the previous DOE, was not included within this DOE because it does not exist within Virtual Crash. The same three response variables from the previous DOE were measured to determine
Roberts, JuliusCivitanova, NicholasStegemann, JacobBuzdygon, DavidThobe, Keith
To provide an affordable and practical platform for evaluating driving safety, this project developed and assessed 2 enhancements to an Unreal-based driving simulator to improve realism. The current setup uses a 6x6 military truck from the Epic Games store, driving through a pre-designed virtual world. To improve auditory realism, sound cues such as engine RPM, braking, and collision sounds were implemented through Unreal Engine's Blueprint system. Engine sounds were dynamically created by blending 3 distinct RPM-based sound clips, which increased in volume and complexity as vehicle speed rose. For haptic feedback, the road surface beneath each tire was detected, and Unreal Engine Blueprints generated steering wheel feedback signals proportional to road roughness. These modifications were straightforward to implement. They are described in detail so that others can implement them readily. A pilot study was conducted with 3 subjects, each driving a specific route composed of a straight
Duan, LingboXu, BoyuGreen, Paul
Parts in automotive exhaust assembly are joined to each other using welding process. When the exhaust is subjected to dynamic loads, most of these weld joints experience high stresses. Hence it should be ensured that the exhaust assembly is designed to meet the requirements of exhaust durability for the estimated life of the vehicle. We also know that all parts used in manufacturing of exhaust system have inherent variations with respect to sheet metal thickness, dimensions and shape. Some parts like flex coupling and isolators have high variations in their stiffness based on their material and manufacturing processes. This all leads to a big challenge to ensure that the exhaust system meets the durability targets on a vehicle manufactured with all these variations. This works aims to evaluate the statistical spread in weld life of an exhaust with respect to inherent variations of its components. For the purpose of variational analysis, a Design of Experiments (DOE) is done where
Ramamoorthy, RajapandianBazzi, Ramzi
This SAE Aerospace Standard (AS) establishes the minimum performance standards for equipment used as secondary alternating current (AC) electrical power sources in aerospace electric power systems.
AE-7B Power Management, Distribution and Storage
To meet the requirements of high-precision and stable positioning for autonomous driving vehicles in complex urban environments, this paper designs and develops a multi-sensor fusion intelligent driving hardware and software system based on BDS, IMU, and LiDAR. This system aims to fill the current gap in hardware platform construction and practical verification within multi-sensor fusion technology. Although multi-sensor fusion positioning algorithms have made significant progress in recent years, their application and validation on real hardware platforms remain limited. To address this issue, the system integrates BDS dual antennas, IMU, and LiDAR sensors, enhancing signal reception stability through an optimized layout design and improving hardware structure to accommodate real-time data acquisition and processing in complex environments. The system’s software design is based on factor graph optimization algorithms, which use the global positioning data provided by BDS to constrain
Zhan, KaiDiGao, ChengfaXu, DaweiLan, MinyiDing, Rongjing
Abrasive water jet (AWJ) machining is the most effective technology for processing various engineering materials particularly difficult-to-cut materials such as aluminum alloys, steels, brass, ceramics, composites, and the like. The present study focuses on the experimental study on surface roughness and kerf taper is carried out during AWJ machining of Al 6061-T6 alloy with 40 mm thickness, and the influence of process parameters includes water jet pressure, standoff distance, and abrasive flow rate on the kerf taper and surface roughness is analyzed. The number of experiments is designed using Taguchi’s L9 orthogonal array. Experimental results are statistically analyzed using ANOVA. Also gray relational analysis (GRA) coupled with principal component analysis (PCA) hybrid approach was implemented to optimize the performance parameters. From the results it is found that standoff distance and hydraulic jet pressure are the most influencing parameters on surface roughness and kerf
Kolluri, Siva PrasadSrikanth, V.Ismail, Sk.Bhanu, C.H.
The generation of data plays a vital role in machine learning (ML) techniques by providing the foundation for training and improvement of forecast models. As one application area for these models, in-vehicle systems, like vehicle diagnostics, have the potential to enhance the reliability and durability of vehicles by utilizing ML models in the testing phases. However, acquiring a high volume of quality onboard diagnostics (OBD) data is time-consuming and poses challenges like the risk of exposing sensitive information. To address this issue, synthetic data generation offers a promising alternative that is already in use in other domains. Thereby, synthetic data allows the exploitation of knowledge found in original data, ensuring the privacy of sensitive data, with less time costs of data acquisition. The application of such synthetically generated data could be found in predictive maintenance, predictive diagnostics, anomaly detection, and others. For this purpose, the research
Vučinić, VeljkoHantschel, FrankKotschenreuther, Thomas
This study tackles the issue of order delays in logistics using XGBoost for feature analysis and reinforcement learning for intelligent courier scheduling. Pickup order data from May 1 to October 31, 2023, in Chongqing is analyzed using spatio-temporal statistical methods. Key findings include that order placement peaks at 9:00 a.m., delays peak at 10:00 a.m., and the delay rate is 8.6%. A significant imbalance exists between the regional daily average of dispatchable couriers and order volumes.XGBoost is employed to predict order delays, revealing that pickup location is the most influential factor (27%), followed by courier pickup location (22%). These factors and their relationships are identified as key drivers of delays.To address these issues, a reinforcement learning-based courier scheduling optimization model is developed. The model defines courier location, current time, and pending orders as state variables and adopts an epsilon-greedy strategy for action selection
Wang, ManjunYu, Xinlian
This study investigates the precursors of crashes under varying traffic states through an in-depth analysis of freeway traffic data. This method effectively addresses the limitations associated with using surrogate measures in traffic safety research. We used the k-means clustering method to categorize traffic states into three types: free flow, transitional state, and congested flow. By employing the case-control study experimental approach, we conducted an in-depth analysis of the traffic data. During the feature selection process, we set matching rules to choose control group data that meet the criteria of time, location, and traffic state. Initially, traffic flow feature variables were constructed based on multiple dimensions, including time window width, spatial location, traffic flow parameters, and statistical characteristics. To reduce feature multicollinearity, we used correlation matrices and variance inflation factors (VIF). We then applied Recursive Feature Elimination (RFE
Zhou, FeixiangLiu, ShaoweihuaFeng, ShiZhang, YujieLuo, Xi
Electrochemical machining (ECM) is a highly efficient method for creating intricate structures in materials that conduct electricity, independent of their level of hardness. Due to the increasing demand for superior products and the necessity for quick design modifications, decision-making in the manufacturing sector has become progressively more difficult. This study primarily examines the use of Haste alloy in vehicle applications and suggests creating regression models to predict performance parameters in ECM. The experiments are formulated based on Taguchi's ideas, and mathematical equations are derived using multiple regression models. The Taguchi approach is employed for single-objective optimization to ascertain the ideal combination of process parameters for optimizing the material removal rate. ANOVA is employed to evaluate the statistical significance of process parameters that impact performance indicators. The proposed regression models for Haste alloy are more versatile
Natarajan, ManikandanPasupuleti, ThejasreeD, PalanisamySilambarasan, RKrishnamachary, PC
Wire Electrical Discharge Machining (WEDM) is a sophisticated machining technique that offers significant advantages for processing materials with elevated hardness and complex geometries. Invar 36, a nickel-iron alloy characterized by a reduced coefficient of thermal expansion, is extensively used in the aerospace, automotive, and electronic sectors due to its superior dimensional stability across a wide temperature range. The primary goals are to improve machining settings and develop regression models that can precisely predict critical performance metrics. Experimental experiments were conducted using a WEDM system to mill Invar 36 under diverse machining parameters, including pulse-on time, pulse-off time, and current setting percentage (%). The machining performance was assessed by quantifying the material removal rate (MRR) and surface roughness (Ra). The design of experiments (DOE) methodology was used to systematically explore the parameter space and identify the optimal
Pasupuleti, ThejasreeNatarajan, ManikandanRaju, DhanasekarKrishnamachary, PCSilambarasan, R
Additive Manufacturing (AM), particularly Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM), has emerged as a revolutionary method for fabricating complex geometries using a variety of materials. Polyethylene terephthalate glycol (PETG) is a thermoplastic material that is biodegradable and environmentally friendly, making it a preferred choice in additive manufacturing (AM) due to its affordability and ease of use. This study aims to optimize the FDM settings for PETG material and investigate the impact of key process parameters on printing performance. An experimental study was conducted to evaluate the influence of crucial factors in FDM, including layer thickness, infill density, printing speed, and nozzle temperature, on significant outcomes such as dimensional accuracy, surface quality, and mechanical properties. The use of the Grey Relational Analysis (GRA) approach enabled a systematic assessment of multi-performance characteristics, facilitating the optimization of the FDM process. The findings
Pasupuleti, ThejasreeNatarajan, ManikandanKumar, VKiruthika, JothiKatta, Lakshmi NarasimhamuSilambarasan, R
The world is moving towards a green transportation system. Governments are also pushing for green mobility, especially electric vehicles. Electric vehicles are becoming more popular in Europe, China, India, and developing countries. In EVs, the customer's range anxiety and the perceived real-world range are major challenges for the OEMs. The OEMs are moving towards a higher power-to-weight ratio. Energy density plays a crucial role in the battery pack architecture to increase the vehicle range. Higher capacity battery packs are needed to improve the vehicle's range. The battery pack architecture is vital in defining the gravimetric and volumetric energy densities. The cell-to-pack battery technique aims to achieve a higher power-to-weight ratio by eliminating unnecessary weight in the battery architecture. The design of battery architecture depends on the cell features such as the cell shape & size, cell terminal positions, vent valve position, battery housing strength requirements
K, Barathi Raja
Wire Electrical Discharge Machining (WEDM) is a sophisticated machining technique that offers significant advantages for processing materials with elevated hardness and complex geometries. Invar 36, a nickel-iron alloy characterized by a reduced coefficient of thermal expansion, is extensively used in the aerospace, automotive, and electronic sectors due to its superior dimensional stability across a wide temperature range. The primary goals are to improve machining settings and develop regression models that can precisely forecast important performance metrics. Experimental trials were conducted using a WEDM system to mill Invar 36 under several machining parameters, including pulse-on time, pulse-off time, and current setting percentage (%). The machining performance was assessed by quantifying the material removal rate (MRR) and surface roughness (Ra). The design of experiments (DOE) methodology was used to systematically explore the parameter space and identify the optimal
Natarajan, ManikandanPasupuleti, ThejasreeKumar, VSagaya Raj, GnanaKrishnamachary, PCSilambarasan, R
In recent years, Additive Manufacturing (AM), more especially Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM), has emerged as a very promising technique for the production of complicated forms while using a variety of materials. Polyethylene Terephthalate Glycol, sometimes known as PETG, is a thermoplastic material that is widely used and is renowned for its remarkable strength, resilience to chemicals, and ease of processing. Through the use of Taguchi Grey Relational Analysis (GRA), the purpose of this investigation is to improve the process parameters of the FDM technology for PETG material. In order to investigate the influence that several FDM process parameters, such as layer thickness, infill density, printing speed, and nozzle temperature, have on significant outcome variables, such as dimensional accuracy, surface quality, and mechanical qualities, an empirical research was conducted. For the purpose of constructing the regression prediction model, the obtained dataset is used to make
Natarajan, ManikandanPasupuleti, ThejasreeShanmugam, LoganayaganKatta, Lakshmi NarasimhamuSilambarasan, RKiruthika, Jothi
In response to rising emissions and pollutants, an alternative and environmentally friendly synthesis is gaining prominence on the energy sources. The leather industries generate substantial amount of waste and fleshing oil extracted from fleshing which is rich in lipids and presents a viable feedstock for biodiesel production. In this research work, Response Surface Methodology (RSM) is used to optimize the conversion of leather fleshing oil into biodiesel using three parameters such as operating temperature, reaction time, and molar ratio. Experiments were carried out to determine the most optimal conditions and the response on yield (%) and viscosity (mm2/s) based on a 17-run Box–Behnken Design matrix. Stochastic model parameters such as R2 (0.9715 and 0.9793), adjusted R2 (0.9349 and 0.9527), predicted R2 (0.8327 and 0.7656), and high F-values (26.52 and 36.78) of both responses (yield and viscosity) were found to be statistically significant and warranted model adequacy. ANOVA and
P, KanthasamySelvan, Arul MozhiP, Shanmugam
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