Vehicle Dynamics

Undergraduate

Classification and analysis of suspension types and geometry, powertrain layout, and ride quality. Tire modeling, stability, and numerical simulation of vehicle dynamics, including longitudinal and lateral vehicle response to driver inputs. Selected topics from industry experts. (Prerequisite: Semester 7 or higher standing.) (Co-requisite: MECH-3215 or MECH-3221.) (3 lecture, 1 tutorial hours a week.)