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To optimize the noise that heard like ‘kalakala’ produced by the plug hybrid electric vehicle when accelerating with a small accelerated pedal opening while in the charging state of series modal. The LMS test device was used to acquire the noise of the driver's outer ear. Through filtering and playback analysis, it was confirmed that the noise is mainly contains the frequency bands of 250-400Hz and450-700Hz. The frequency bands of the noise were used as carriers for Hilbert transform, and their envelopes were obtained for Fourier transform analysis. It was found that the modulation order of the noise is 0.5 times of the engine ignition order, and the modulation frequency is 20-30Hz, which let the customer hears like roughness. Regarding the spectral characteristics of this noise, firstly, at the excitation source, selected a reasonable moment of inertia and frequency of the Crank torsional damper, to decrease the torsional excitation of the engine. Secondly, investigated the structural
Shouhui, HuangZhongxun, HuZhao, YunShanyin, RenRuifeng, DongTeng, CharlieChangshui, ZhouXu, Ling
In the development of engine mounting systems for passenger cars, accurately capturing dynamic loads during real-world driving conditions is crucial for optimizing performance, durability, and NVH (Noise, Vibration, and Harshness) characteristics. This paper introduces an innovative approach that integrates load cell and strain gauge technologies for Road Load Data (RLD) acquisition, specifically designed for engine mounting applications. By combining load cells and strain gauges, this method offers a comprehensive solution for measuring both direct forces and the resulting strains on engine mounts, providing a more detailed understanding of the load profiles. Load cells capture the overall forces exerted on the engine mounts, while strategically placed strain gauges measure local deformations and stress distributions within the mounts. This dual-method approach enables precise correlation of force and strain data, enhancing the accuracy of load calculations under various driving
Hazra, SandipKhan, Arkadip AmitavaMohare, Gourishkumar
Thermal Management Integration Module (TMIM), which comprises components such as water pumps, runner boards, brackets, sensors, etc., is a multifunctional integrated component for electric vehicles. However, the water pump generates an excitation over a wide range of frequencies due to a wide range of speed variations. This excitation causes the TMIM to vibrate and generate noise. In this study, a TMIM that generates noise is studied and analyzed. Using the TMIM of an electric vehicle as a case study, a full-vehicle experimental test was conducted, revealing that the noise originates from the integration module. The finite element method is used to analyze the cause of noise generation. Given the characteristics of the TMIM, which comprise many components, high integration, and a complex structure, this paper simplifies the bracket, heat exchanger, sensor, and other components using the centralized mass point method. The modal state of the TMIM is obtained by impact hammer testing the
Xu, Shenao
Platform based vehicle development is standardized at John Deere. The challenges of frontloading the integration of individual components within different platforms using predictive methods is key to shortening the development cycle. Components are individually characterized on test benches and results cannot directly be used to evaluate system performance. Invariant characterization is needed instead, which is possible through techniques such as blocked loads estimation. To evaluate the applicability of such methods, the component-based loads and vehicle in-situ operational loads need to be compared. The confident use of these methods for obtaining structural and acoustic loads enables the use of hybrid system models, enhancing early NVH response predictions. The objective of this work was to enable the confident use of test stand measurements in predictive models across various vehicle platforms. This study compares a powertrain characterization in a vehicle against a test stand to
Vesikar, Prasad BalkrishnaEdgington, JasonDrabison II, John
High-frequency whine noise in electric vehicles (EVs) is a significant issue that impacts customer perception and alters their overall view of the vehicle. This undesirable acoustic environment arises from the interaction between motor polar resonance and the resonance of the engine mount rubber. To address this challenge, the proposal introduces an innovative approach to predicting and tuning the frequency response by precisely adjusting the shape of rubber flaps, specifically their length and width. The approach includes the cumulation of two solutions: a precise adjustment of rubber flap dimensions and the integration of ML. The ML model is trained on historical data, derived from a mixture of physical testing conducted over the years and CAE simulations, to predict the effects of different flap dimensions on frequency response, providing a data-driven basis for optimization. This predictive capability is further enhanced by a Python program that automates the optimization of flap
Hazra, SandipKhan, Arkadip
One 1.5L Miller-cycle turbocharged four cylinder gasoline hybrid engine is installed on a certain hybrid vehicle. When accelerating at low to medium speeds with a small throttle, there is a "da da" knocking noise inside the car, which seriously affects the overall sound quality of the vehicle. By analyzing the vibration and noise data of the engine, it was found that the frequency of the abnormal knocking sound is 200-2000Hz, which presents a half order characteristic in the time domain, that is, one knocking occurs when the engine crankshaft rotates twice. Through Hilbert demodulation analysis of the vibration data in the problem frequency range, it was found that the knocking noise was modulated in the frequency domain, with a modulation frequency of half of the crankshaft rotation frequency. By building a fully flexible multi-body dynamic model of a hybrid powertrain and inputting the engine's cylinder pressure excitation, the combustion excitation is coupled with mechanical
Dan, Kong
Electric vehicles (EVs) differ from internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles in that they lack a conventional engine and feature an electric drive unit, leading to distinct dynamic behaviours in the powertrain. Additionally, the arrangement of auxiliary components in EVs often differs from that in traditional ICE vehicles, which can sometimes significantly impact safety ratings. This paper examines a case study of a critical failure during a crash test, where displacement of an engine mount arm caused substantial structural intrusion and reduced the vehicle’s safety rating. To address this issue and enhance crashworthiness, a “crash plate” was designed and integrated into the mount system. This solution effectively constrained the mount arm’s movement during impact, preventing the intrusion observed in previous tests. The paper provides a detailed analysis of the crash plate’s dimensions and its relationship to the engine mount, demonstrating its potential for broader application in
Hazra, SandipKhan, ArkadipMohare, Gourishkumar
The rapid adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) necessitates updates to the automotive testing standards, particularly for noise emission. This paper examines the vehicle-level noise emission testing of a Nikola Class 8 hydrogen fuel cell electric semi-truck and the component-level noise emission testing needed to create a predictive simulation model using Wave6 software. The physical, component-level noise emission testing focused on individual cooling fans in a semi-anechoic chamber to assess their isolated noise contributions. With this data, an initial model was developed using spatial gradient statistical energy analysis, which successfully predicted pass-by noise levels based on varying fan locations and speeds. Real-world pass-by testing confirmed the model's accuracy across different cooling fan speeds. By leveraging advanced simulation techniques, engineers aim to enhance the accuracy and reliability of pass-by noise predictions through cost-effective studies of architectural
Passador, StephenWoo, SangbeomLiu, Ting-WeiDe La Vega Alonso, GerardoKim, James
Powertrain mounts are vital for isolating vibrations and enhancing vehicle ride comfort and performance, making their dynamic behavior critical for effective design. This study provides a comprehensive analysis of powertrain mount decoupling by integrating virtual simulations, physical testing, and analytical calculations. In our approach, we first derived stiffness data through analytical calculations, which were validated through multi-body dynamics (MBD) simulations that modeled interactions within the powertrain mounts. By adjusting bush stiffness parameters within the MBD framework, we predicted decoupling frequencies and analyzed kinetic energy distribution. The iterated stiffness values from simulations were then confirmed through physical testing, ensuring consistency in decoupling frequencies and energy distribution. This alignment between virtual and experimental data enhances the reliability of our findings and helps identify overlapping frequencies across vehicle systems
Shende, KalyaniShingavi, ShreyasRane, VisheshHingade, Nikhil
Centralization of electrically driven hydraulic power packs into the body of aircraft has increased attention on the noise and vibration characteristics of the system. A hydraulic power pack consists of a pump coupled to an electrical motor, accumulator, reservoir, and associated filter manifolds. In previous studies, the characteristics of radiated acoustic noise and fluid borne noise were studied. In this paper, we focus on the structure-borne forces generated by the hydraulic pump characterized through blocked force measurements. The blocked force of the pump was determined experimentally using an indirect measurement method. The indirect method required operation with part under test fixed to an instrumented receiver structure. Measured operational accelerations on the receiver plate were used in conjunction with transfer function measurements to predict the blocked forces. Blocked forces were validated by comparing directly measured accelerations to predicted accelerations at
Smither, MatthewTuyls, ZacharyPatel, PratikYan, XinHerrin, David
Over the years during which fluid filtration systems have been developing, many terms have come into use for descriptions of characteristics of filter media, filter assemblies, test methods, and test materials. Inevitably, some terms have been applied loosely so that the same term may have different meaning to different people, or in different frames of reference. Recognizing the need for clearly defined terms, which can have only one meaning for all persons in all circumstances, so that documents dealing with standard methods of evaluation of filters will have only one interpretation, the Filter Test Methods Subcommittee of the SAE Engine Committee has compiled this Glossary of related terms. No attempt has been made to produce an all-inclusive document, containing definitions of all terms related to all types of fluid filters. Instead, the Glossary is confined to the terms likely to be encountered in relation to filters for lubricating oil and fuels. At the same time, we have
Filter Test Methods Standards Committee
This SAE Standard outlines the requirements for a preformed thermosetting hose intended for use in heavy-duty vehicle engines, such as air cleaner inlet, crank case vent, or air cleaner to turbo or to engine inlet.
Non-Hydraulic Hose Committee
This SAE Aerospace Standard (AS) establishes minimum requirements for eddy current inspection of circular holes in nonferrous, metallic, low conductivity (less than 5% IACS) aircraft engine hardware with fasteners removed. The inspection is intended to be performed at maintenance and overhaul facilities on engine run hardware.
AMS K Non Destructive Methods and Processes Committee
Improving electric vehicles’ overall thermal management strategy can directly or indirectly improve battery efficiency and vehicle range [1]. In this study, the effect of the coolant type used in BTMS (battery thermal management system) units used for heating batteries in cold weather conditions was investigated in electric buses. In this investigation, tests were performed with two types of antifreeze, which have different characteristics. The study evaluated the impact of coolant flow, BTMS circulation pump performance, and battery heating using these two types of antifreeze in the BTMS coolant line. In addition to carrying out tests, 1D computational fluid dynamics models’ simulations were carried out for both types of antifreeze, and the results were validated with experimental findings. In this study, a 12-m EV Citivolt vehicle of Anadolu Isuzu was used for tests. As a result, it was observed that differences in the properties of the antifreeze that is used in BTMS coolant line
Çetir, ÖzgürBirgül, Çağrı Emre
In this article we examine the behavior of oil in the lubrication channel between the main bearing and the connecting rod bearing in the crankshaft of an internal combustion engine. The requirement for high service life and proper operation of these bearings, while minimizing input power of the lubrication system, lead to the need to understand the function of these structural parts in detail. To simulate and visualize this process, an experimental device was created. The device allows the experimenters to change individual parameters such as rotation speed, oil pressure, oil temperature, and aeration, while simultaneously visualizing the process with the help of a special rotating camera. These parameters are then obtained by image processing. In this way, the following influences are investigated here: at oil temperatures of 30, 50, and 80°C, relative oil pressures of 1, 2, 3, and 4 bar, at undissolved air in the oil of 5 and 10 vol% and crankshaft station speeds from 0 to 6000 1/min
Rychtar, Vaclav
To address the issues of difficult ignition and slow combustion when ammonia is used as engine fuel, a method of igniting ammonia/air mixture with hydrogen flame jet generated by a pre-chamber is proposed. The combustion characteristics of mixtures ignited by the hydrogen flame jet were studied in a constant volume combustion chamber with high-speed video camera and pressure acquisition in the main chamber. The characteristics were compared with those ignited by the ammonia flame jet. The introduction of the hydrogen flame jet notably improved mixture combustion and expanded the lean flammability limit. Combustion with hydrogen injection demonstrated reduced pressure rise delay and combustion duration, increased average heat release rate, and sustained combustion stability. This phenomenon was more pronounced under low equivalence ratio conditions in the main combustion chamber. The hydrogen flame jet was shuttle-shaped when touched the lower surface owing to the rapid combustion speed
Yin, ShuoTian, JiangpingCui, ZechuanZhang, XiaoleiNishida, KeiyaDong, Pengbo
The intake and exhaust valve motion have, as known, a pivotal role in determining engine operation and performances. When dealing with high specific power engines, especially at high rpm, the dynamic behavior of the valve can differ from the kinematic one defined during the design phase. This is related to the high acceleration and forces to which the valve and the other components of the valvetrain system are subjected. In particular, the valve can detach from the cam profile at the end of the opening stroke, and it can show a bouncing behavior during the closing stroke. In addition, all the elements of the valvetrain system are not infinitely rigid and aspects such as the timing chain elongation, the camshaft torsion and the valve stem compression can determine a change in phase with respect to the kinematic one. Since the high complexity level of valvetrains, advanced numerical simulations are mandatory to deeply analyze the behavior of the whole mechanism and each subsystem. The
Tarchiani, MarcoRomani, LucaRaspanti, SandroBosi, LorenzoFerrara, GiovanniTrassi, PaoloFiaschi, Jacopo
Flex fuel vehicles (FFV) can operate effectively from E5 (Gasoline 95%, ethanol 5%) fuel to E100 (Gasoline 0%, ethanol 100%) fuel. It is necessary to meet the performance, drivability, emission targets and regulatory requirements irrespective of fuel mixture combination. This research work focuses on optimizing the combustion efficiency and conversion efficiency of catalytic converter of a spark-ignited less than 200 cc engine for FFV using Taguchi methods robust optimization technique. The study employs an eight-step robust optimization approach to simultaneously minimize engine out emissions and maximize catalytic converter efficiency. Six control factors including type of fuel, catalyst heating rpm, lambda (excess-air ratio), injection end angle, lambda controller delay, and ignition timing are optimized. Four noise factors like compression ratio, clearance volume, catalyst noble metal loading, and catalyst aging are also considered. Through approximately 100 physical experiments on
Vaidyanathan, BalajiArunkumar, PraveenkumarShunmugasundaram, PalaniMurugesan, ManickamJayajothijohnson, Vedhanayagam
This report examines the advancement and utilization of cylinder deactivation technology that enhances fuel efficiency in conventional engines without hardware modifications. It operates by halting fuel supply to some of the cylinders in multi-cylinder engines and increasing the output power of the remaining active cylinders to maintain an idle state. By implementing this technology in the mass-produced 90° V-twin engine, the U502, and deactivating one of its two cylinders, fuel consumption during idling is reduced by over 30%. The focus of this study is on the technology developed to minimize engine speed fluctuations during the transition to cylinder deactivation and reactivation for the engine. By making various modifications to the fuel injection control sequence and optimizing the throttle opening of each cylinder in idle and driving conditions, engine speed fluctuations were minimized. This allows users to reduce fuel consumption while maintaining the engine’s original
YANAGIDA, Shoji
Swirl chamber combustion system is commonly used for IDI (In-Direct Injection) diesel engine. It is characterized by swirl combustion chamber arranged in cylinder head, main combustion chamber with shallow piston recess and connecting throat where fuel spray and flame mixture is ejected out from the swirl chamber to the main chamber [1]. Fuel is supplied in the swirl chamber and a pintle type nozzle is often used in this type engine as its simple structure and robustness for operating condition. In this paper, numerical simulation of a pintle nozzle spray was focused on and simulated results were compared with high speed photo data obtained in a constant volume vessel (CVV). Spray angle and tip penetration were mainly evaluated, but simulated angle and penetration could not be matched simultaneously to these characteristics of the pintle nozzle spray when conventional spray models were used for the simulation. To overcome this mismatch, “Multi-hole replacement model” was newly
Okazaki, TadaoFujiwara, Tsukasa
For the realization of carbon neutrality, we are working on research to improve the thermal efficiency of engines for motorcycles. Friction losses in the cylinder bore account for about 40% of the total friction losses of the engine (Figure 1), which is directly related to thermal efficiency improvement [1]. Air-cooled engines are suitable for motorcycles due to their simplicity and light weight, but it is difficult to achieve both efficiency and reliability. Friction in the cylinder is generated by piston scuffing. The oil film distribution of the piston-skirt(=skirt) is thin at the center of the skirt and thick at the edge. To reduce piston friction, it is effective to make the thin oil film at the center of the skirt thicker. On the other hand, to reduce oil consumption, the oil film must be thinned. However, air-cooled engines, which are difficult to keep the cylinder temperature constant, cannot make the clearance between the cylinder bore and the piston small. An increase in
Suda, NaoyukiHihara, TaikiNinomiya, Yoshinari
Vehicle emission standards have become more and more stringent and have driven the development of advanced engine design with low-cost emission control technologies. For small diesel engine which is used in three-wheel (3W) passenger and load carrying vehicles, it was major task to improve lower engine rpm torque and performance to comply with stringent exhaust emissions standard as well, especially for Oxides of Nitrogen (NOx) and Particulate Matter (PM) emissions. Bharat Stage (BS) VI emission standards for three-wheel vehicles was implemented from April 2020 onwards in India. Water injection technology has proven advantageous for low-cost solution with Mechanical fuel injection system on small diesel engines, Intake port water injection is the easiest method to introduce water to engine cylinder, which calls for minimal modification of existing engine structure. In the present study 435cc naturally aspirated DI Diesel engine used for three-wheel vehicle was explored by adding water
Syed, KaleemuddinChaudhari, SandipKhairnar, GirishKatariya, RahulJagtap, PranjalBhoite, Vikram
An engine was built in this study that enabled the conditions in a pre-chamber and in the main combustion chamber to be visualized simultaneously for the purpose of elucidating the mechanism of pre-chamber combustion. An investigation was made of how the state of pre-chamber combustion, including the location of initial flame generation and its subsequent propagation, influenced pre-chamber jet combustion. The state of pre-chamber combustion was intentionally varied by changing the position of pre-chamber ignition. As a result, it was found that changing the position of pre-chamber ignition varied the location where the pre-chamber flame occurred, how the flame propagated and the timing and strength of the flame jet that was ejected into the main chamber. The results revealed that these differences in the state of pre-chamber combustion markedly changed the rate of combustion fluctuation, combustion period, lean-burn limit and other combustion characteristics depending on the ignition
Onuma, TakeruYamada, HirotoUgajin, TaiseiShinozaki, KaitoTahara, RyotaIijima, Akira
The power assist system of an electric bicycle uses a magnetostrictive torque sensor to detect the pedal force based on the magnetic properties of the crankshaft, which change according to stress. Fe–Ni alloy plating is used to coat the surface of the crankshaft with a magnetic film to enhance the magnetostrictive effect. However, the sensor performance decreases as the plating solution degrades, which necessitates replacement of the plating solution. In this study, experiments were performed to investigate how to prevent or mitigate degradation of the plating solution to reduce waste. The amounts of carbon and sulfur in the magnetic film were found to increase with degradation of the plating solution. The carbon derived from organic reducing agents and their decomposition products, and the sulfur derived from stress relievers and their decomposition products. A method was developed for reducing the amounts of carbon and sulfur in the magnetic film, which would help maintain the sensor
Ohnishi, Hiromichi
The previously developed capacitance sensor for detecting a liquid fuel film was modified to apply to the in-cylinder measurement. On the developed sensor surface, comb-shaped electrodes were circularly aligned. The capacitance between the electrodes varies with the liquid fuel film adhering. The capacitance variation between the electrodes on the sensor surface was converted to the frequency variation of the oscillation circuit. In the previous study, it was revealed that the frequency of the oscillation circuit varies with the variation of the liquid fuel coverage area on the sensor surface. The developed sensor was installed in the combustion chamber of the rapid compression and expansion machine, and the performance of the developed sensor was examined. Iso-octane was used as a test fuel to explore the sensor that had been developed. As a result, the adherence of the liquid fuel directly injected into the cylinder was successfully detected under the quiescent and motoring
Kuboyama, TatsuyaMoriyoshi, YasuoTakayama, SatoshiNakabeppu, Osamu
The increasing popularity of e-bikes, especially pedelecs, has led to a growing interest in consideration of e-bike cycling. To achieve a deeper understanding on the process of e-bike cycling and in particular the effects on the rider it can be instrumental to use simulation methods. In this context, the e-bike drive system and its function are of central importance for e-bikes. Therefore, this work proposes a functional modeling of the powertrain of an e-bike with a mid-drive motor, considering legal constraints and support functionalities. The model incorporates the mechanical transmission between pedals, motor, and crank shaft, allowing for a detailed analysis of the e-bike’s performance. Additionally, the support mechanism is depicted, where an electric motor amplifies the rider’s pedaling torque. The electrical behavior of the motor, energy consumption, and battery state of charge are also integrated into the model. This comprehensive approach aims to provide a generic
Rauch, YannickKettner, MauriceKriesten, Reiner
In commercially available electric motorcycles, there is a notable shift in the cooling method, moving from air cooling to water cooling, and in the winding method, moving from concentrated winding to distributed winding, as the output increases. This shift occurs around 8 to 10 kW. However, there is a paucity of empirical investigations examining these combinations to ascertain their optimality. In order to verify this trend, a verification model has been constructed which allows for the comparison of the capacity and weight of the motor and cooling system according to the vehicle’s required output and thermal performance. A comparison and verification of the combinations of winding methods (concentrated winding or segment conductor distribution winding) and cooling systems (water-cooled or air-cooled) was conducted using the model that had been constructed. In the motor designed for this study, when the maximum output of the vehicle was 35 kW or less (European A2 license), the total
Otaki, RyotaTsuchiya, TeruyukiSakai, YuYamauchi, TakuyaShimizu, Tsukasa
The LSPI (Low Speed Pre-Ignition) is one of the consecutive abnormal combustion cycles of supercharged SI engine with direct injection fuel supply system [1]. The LSPI occurs when the engine is running at low speed and high load condition. It is important for the SI engine to control essentially with alternative fuel, e-fuel and hydrogen in the future. It is considered that the LSPI would be caused by the autoignition of the deposit, the lubricating oil from ring crevice, the lubricating oil from piston crown and so on [2, 3, 4, 5]. Among of these causes, this research focuses on the scattering lubricating oil from piston crown. The previous our research has reported on the two points. One is about the frequency and quantity of the lubricating oil scattering from piston crown [6]. Another is about the frequency of abnormal combustion by the engine test [7]. As the result, it has been cleared that the frequency of abnormal combustion is 1/10 of scattering frequency of the lubricating
Omori, TakayaTanaka, Junya
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