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This paper explores the adaptability and reliability testing methods of electric vehicles under the unique high-temperature and high-humidity climate conditions in Southeast Asia. The focus of the research here is on five key performance evaluation contents, namely reliability driving test, charging performance test, range assessment, air conditioning cooling efficiency, and in-vehicle air quality monitoring. Relying on a meticulously designed experimental plan, standardized testing procedures, and comprehensive data analysis, this paper assesses the performance of electric vehicles under extreme environmental conditions. The research results show that the climate in Southeast Asia poses significant challenges to the battery systems, powertrains, and thermal management systems of electric vehicles. Based on empirical results, some improvement suggestions are made to support the deployment and application of electric vehicles in this region.
Wang, WeijieDeng, TianhaoWu, YilongZang, Haonan
How to quickly identify weak areas and design redundancies in vehicle acoustic package design is an industry challenge. To address this issue, this paper investigates the relationship between acoustic parts and acoustic transfer function of vehicle. The contribution rates of each acoustic part to acoustic transfer function are calculated, and the area with the highest contribution rate is the weak area of the acoustic package. The area with the lowest contribution rate based on vehicle positioning can be identified as design redundancy. Firstly, establish a three-level architecture of acoustic transfer function - system - acoustic parts, determine the relationship formula between adjacent levels, and then establish the contribution rate relationship formula. Through simulation method, the contribution rate of each acoustic part to acoustic transfer function is obtained. Through test method, the contribution rate of each system to acoustic transfer function is analyzed. And optimize
Liu, XiaonaPan, DianlongZhao, WeiYang, XiaotaoFeng, YihaoChen, ZuozhongZhao, MinghaoWu, Haichuan
In aviation industry, compared to traditional batteries (lead-acid and nickel-cadmium batteries), non-rechargeable lithium batteries are usually the primary choice as independent backup power sources for emergency equipment (such as Emergency Locator Transmitter and Underwater Locator Beacon) due to excellent performance, weight/volume advantages and relatively long inspection/maintenance intervals. However, considering higher energy density and more active chemical characteristics, lithium batteries unique failure modes require special consideration in safety analysis. Among these failure modes, thermal runaway is one of the most severe failure modes of non-rechargeable lithium batteries, potentially leading to serious impact such as flame, explosion, and release of toxic and harmful gases/liquid. Therefore, it is necessary to demonstrate the containment of thermal runaway of non-rechargeable lithium batteries through equipment-level testing, and do aircraft-level safety analysis to
Zhang, XiaoyuZheng, JianYang, DianliangSheng, Jiaqian
This specification covers particle size classifications and corresponding particle size distribution requirements for metal powder feedstock conforming to a classification.
AMS AM Additive Manufacturing Metals
The reliability and durability of vehicles are crucial for the acceptance of new technologies by customers. Realistic test methods are necessary to validate or ensure the lifespan of vehicles and their components, particularly regarding specific conditions such as freeze start. This article provides an overview of the current state of research on the effects of freeze starts on the degradation of fuel cells. With this knowledge, relevant operating and boundary conditions for potential damage of the fuel cell are identified (e.g. start temperature, duration in subzero operation, dehydration). The field data from the BMW demonstrator fleet of iX5 Hydrogen Next were analyzed to gain insights into realistic freeze start related stress to the fuel cells. The dynamics of heating rates and the influence of the operating strategy are best represented on a Fuel Cell System (FCS). An experimental setup for a stack centered test on a FCS was developed including a climatic chamber and a subzero
Schwarz, MarkusAlbert, AlbertEichel, Rüdiger-A.
The resource-intensive process of road testing constitutes an essential part of the development of powertrain software. A significant proportion of explorative tests and adjustments for use in service are conducted during the vehicle test phase. However, the observed trends of decreasing development cycles and increasing system complexity generate a field of conflicts. In order to address this issue, this paper proposes road test emulation as a data-driven approach for continuously adapting powertrain software to the evolving overall system. A dedicated data strategy is designed to enhance customer-oriented software development. Therefore, test scenarios equivalent to in-service conditions are determined based on customer data. These test scenarios enable an emulation of road testing and the analysis of the system in a real-world operational context from the early stages of the product development process. System-specific data from the vehicle under development itself is utilised to
Martini, TimKempf, AndréWinke, FlorianAuerbach, MichaelKulzer, André Casal
This SAE Recommended Practice provides minimum performance target and uniform laboratory procedures for fatigue testing of wheels and demountable rims intended for normal highway use on trucks, buses, truck-trailers, and multipurpose vehicles. Users may establish design criteria exceeding the minimum performance target for added confidence in a design. The cycle target noted in Tables 1 and 2 are based on Weibull statistics using two parameter, median ranks, 50% confidence level and 90% reliability, and beta equal to two, typically noted as B10C50. For other wheels intended for normal highway use and temporary use on passenger cars, light trucks, and multipurpose vehicles, refer to SAE J328. For wheels used on trailers drawn by passenger cars, light trucks, or multipurpose vehicles, refer to SAE J1204. For bolt together military wheels, refer to SAE J1992. This document does not cover other special application wheels and rims.
Truck and Bus Wheel Committee
This SAE Aerospace Standard (AS) provides dimensions and procedures for a standardized test fixture used to evaluate the static performance of O-rings and other seal types in glands per AS4716 and AS5857.
AMS CE Elastomers Committee
This SAE Aerospace Information Report (AIR) provides a general description of methods for hardness testing of O-rings including factors which affect precision and comparison of results with those obtained in standard tests.
AMS CE Elastomers Committee
This specification covers quality assurance sampling and testing procedures used to determine conformance to applicable material specification requirements of wrought corrosion- and heat-resistant steel and alloy products and of forging stock.
AMS F Corrosion and Heat Resistant Alloys Committee
Functional safety is driven by number of standards like in automotive its driven by ISO26262, in Aerospace its driven by DO-178C, and in Medical its driven by IEC 60601. Automotive electronic controllers must adhere to state-of-the-art functional safety standard provided by ISO26262. A critical functional safety requirement is the Fault Handling Time Interval (FHTI), which includes the Fault Detection Time Interval (FDTI) and Fault Reaction Time Interval (FRTI). The requirements for FHTI are derived from Failure Mode Effect Analysis (FMEA) conducted at the system level. Various fault categories are analyzed, including electrical faults (e.g., short to battery, short to ground, open circuits), systemic faults (e.g., sensor value stuck, sensor value beyond range), and communication faults (e.g., incorrect CAN message signal values). Controllers employ strategies such as debouncing and fault time maturity to detect these faults. Numerous FDTI requirements must be verified to ensure
Lengare, SunilYadav, VikaskumarShiraskar, Pallavi
Engine is the prime mover of an automobile. Tractor is also equipped with engine of higher capacity to meet the power requirement. Apart from powering the wheels, engine also runs different accessories such as water pump, alternator, AC pump, Oil pump and so on. The power from the engine is transferred to accessories via chain drive or belt drive through the crankshaft pulley. During field testing, in one of the tractors, engine pulley mounting bolt failure was reported. The failure resulted in immediate seizure of the engine making the tractor standstill in the field. The root cause of the failure was unknown. Hence, there was a need to develop a component or subsystem level test methodology to address the issue quickly. In the current scope, an attempt was made to develop a subsystem level laboratory test methodology to simulate the failure mode and to validate the design modifications in an accelerated manner. The failure mode was simulated in lab and different design iterations
Chakraborty, Abhirup
For the achievement of Net Zero Emission goals, various corporates have started with the planning towards the achievement of short-term goals which are well defined with the implementation of energy conservation and efficiency. In this direction, high cetane diesel is an optimized combination of diesel fuel with higher Cetane Number fortified with Novel & Optimized multi-functional additives (MFAs) formulation for improved performance and specially designed for heavy duty diesel engines & off-highway applications. This innovative concept is based on enhancement of fuel economics by enhancement in fuel combustion, injector cleaning characteristics and reduction of frictional losses. The benefits associated with high cetane diesel include superior cleanliness to keep high pressure diesel injectors clean, better lubricity providing longer injector life, superior combustion leading to lower noise and products formulated for benefits in overall reduction in emissions specially developed for
Kumar, PrashantMayeen, HafizSaroj, Shyamsher
Puddling is a crucial process in rice cultivation, involving the preparation of the soil in a flooded field to create a soft, muddy seedbed. There are two classifications for puddling: full cage and half cage. Full cage puddling involves replacing the rear wheels of the tractor with steel paddle wheels, which are used to till the rice paddies directly without any additional implement. In the half cage puddling, the rear wheels remain on the tractor, and a smaller cage or paddle wheel is attached to the outside. Considering the field size, the operator often releases the clutch very quickly after a speed or direction change. This generates torque spikes, which are harmful to Transmission Gears and Clutches. This can lead to gear teeth bending fatigue failure due to repeated higher bending stresses. In this paper, a study related to how to reduce overall product development time by simulating bending fatigue failure of gear in lab environment is presented. A systematic approach is used
Pathan, Irfan HamidullaBardia, Prashant
This study investigates emissions from motorcycles, focusing on both regulated gaseous pollutants (e.g., CO, NOx, HC) and particulate number (PN) emissions, which are non-regulated for this vehicle category in the actual EU emission regulation. Using a state-of-the-art testbench setup equipped with advanced exhaust gas analysis and particle measurement programme (PMP) system, emissions were analyzed under both standardized homologation cycles (WMTC) and more dynamic Real Driving Cycles (RDCs). Besides the measurement results the technological differences between different motorcycle categories are described. This is followed by a discussion of the influences of engine and exhaust gas aftertreatment systems on emission. The findings reveal, that there are two different subcategories of two-wheeler, which show different emission characteristics. L1e vehicles showed increased emissions compared to passenger cars, caused by the absence of advanced exhaust aftertreatment and on-board
Schurl, SebastianSchmidt, StephanBretterklieber, NikoKupper, MartinKirchberger, Roland
Evaluating the impact of software changes on fuel consumption and emissions is a critical aspect of transmission development. To evaluate the trade-offs between performance improvements and potential negative effects on efficiency, a forward-looking Software-in-the-Loop (SiL) simulation has been developed. Unlike backward calculations that derive fuel consumption based solely on cycle speed and engine speed, this approach executes complete driving cycles as the Worldwide Harmonized Light-Duty Vehicle Test Cycle (WLTC) within a detailed SiL environment. By considering all relevant influencing factors in a dynamic simulation, the method provides a more accurate assessment of fuel consumption and emission differences between two versions of the transmission software. The significant contribution of this work lies in the high-fidelity integration of a real virtual Transmission Control Unit (vTCU) software within a comprehensive, validated forward-looking SiL environment. This approach
Kengne Dzegou, Thierry JuniorSchober, FlorianRebesberger, RonHenze, Roman
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
This SAE Aerospace Recommended Practice (ARP) provides guidance for substantiating the airworthiness of aircraft engine components. Generally, these components are associated with the engine control system, the system or systems that allow the engine to provide thrust or power as demanded by the pilot of the aircraft while also ensuring the engine operates within acceptable operating limits. But these components may also include hardware and systems associated with engine lubrication, engine or aircraft hydraulic or electrical systems, aircraft environmental control systems, thrust reverser control, or similar aircraft or engine propulsion system functions. This paper develops the concept of using a standardized 26-item checklist of environmental conditions for evaluating aircraft engine component airworthiness. This approach is compatible with current practices used in the industry and has been accepted by engine certification authorities in conjunction with other guidance as
E-36 Electronic Engine Controls Committee
This document establishes training guidelines applicable to fiber optic fabricator technical training for individuals involved in the manufacturing, installation, support, integration and testing of fiber optic systems. Applicable personnel include: Managers Engineers Technicians Trainers/Instructors Third Party Maintenance Agencies Quality Assurance Production
AS-3 Fiber Optics and Applied Photonics Committee
This document establishes training guidelines applicable to fiber optic safety training, technical training and fiber awareness for individuals involved in the manufacturing, installation, support, integration and testing of fiber optic systems. Applicable personnel include: Managers Engineers Technicians Logisticians Trainers/Instructors Third Party Maintenance Agencies Quality Assurance Shipping Receiving Production Purchasing
AS-3 Fiber Optics and Applied Photonics Committee
This specification covers an acrylonitrile-butadiene rubber in the form of molded rings, compression seals, O-ring cord, and molded-in-place gaskets for aeronautical and aerospace applications.
AMS CE Elastomers Committee
A collaborative study was conducted to bridge the gap between fundamental combustion research and engine-scale observations of knock in spark-ignition (SI) engines. Using Primary Reference Fuels (PRFs) with Research Octane Numbers (RON) of 80, 90, and 100, experiments were carried out with a Cooperative Fuel Research (CFR) engine at air-fuel ratio, λ = 1.0, focusing on knock onset conditions in terms of unburned gas pressure and temperature. In the engine tests, pressure traces under knocking conditions were analyzed to identify knock onset and to estimate the corresponding unburned gas temperature history. Results showed that the pressure at knock onset varies clearly with PRF value: higher RON fuels exhibited knock onset at higher pressures, likely due to changes in compression ratio applied to match standard RON test procedures. In contrast, the unburned gas temperature conditions showed partial overlap across different PRFs, but with a tendency for higher RON fuels to experience
Yasutake, YukiMisono, KatsuhiroSuzuki, YoshikatuNaiki, TaketoraWatanabe, ManabuMoriyama, HinataMorii, YouhiTsunoda, AkiraMaruta, Kaoru
The latest electric vehicles (EVs) have advanced thermal management systems to regulate heat distribution across the vehicle, thereby improving the driving range. the author thinks that a key factor, which is influencing thermal performance during driving, is the effect of the driving-wind. However, EVs performance is evaluated by using a chassis dynamometer (CHDY), where it remains unclear whether the driving-wind specifications, which defined in the Worldwide Harmonized Light Vehicles Test Procedure (WLTP), adequately replicate real-world conditions. This study investigates both internal combustion engine vehicles and several electrical vehicles to estimate the potential discrepancies in WLTP’s driving wind requirements. Specifically, the author modified the CHDY vehicle-cooling fan to more accurately simulate wind speed at the front and underside of the vehicle under real-world driving conditions, which drove at outside road. The author analyzed the impact of these modifications
Okui, Nobunori
The objective of this trial was to compare the energy efficiency and performance of battery electric and conventional diesel tractors. Controlled road tests replicating normal operations were conducted using two electric and two diesel day-cab tractors. The test protocol was based on the TMC - Type III RP 1103A and SAE J1526 test procedures. The tests were conducted on a 110 km long route that included a 59 km hilly portion with a maximum altitude difference of 307 m. The tractors were divided into test groups of two vehicles. Trailers and drivers were switched throughout the trial between the tractors in a test group. The tests found that the two electric trucks consumed 60% and 63% less energy than their counterpart diesel trucks, respectively. Considering the average emission factor for production of electricity in Canada, the electric trucks emitted on average 82% less GHG emissions than the conventional diesel-powered tractors. The two diesel trucks showed similar fuel consumption
Surcel, Marius-DorinPartington, MarkTanguay-Laflèche, MaximeSchumacher, Richard
Reliability and uptime are critical priorities in the automotive industry, prompting a shift toward predictive maintenance (PdM) to minimize unexpected failures and associated costs. This study presents a machine learning-based framework for early prediction of engine fuel system failures using embedded field performance data. This study introduces a machine learning-based framework for predicting failures and estimating the remaining useful life (RUL) of mid-range diesel engines with high-pressure common rail fuel systems in vehicles using classification and regression models applied to embedded field performance analysis data, aiming to enhance reliability and reduce unplanned downtime. Two classification models --- Random Forest and XGBoost top our model metrics chart. They were further tuned and evaluated, with XGBoost achieving superior performance, including 94% accuracy and 87% precision, and a low false positive rate of 0.01, enabling an 8-day lead time for proactive
Wang, TingtingGoswami, AnilAkinola, MichaelYang, TinaAn, Qi
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