Preliminary Vehicle Mass Estimation Using Empirical Subsystem Influence Coefficients
In this study, mass data from 35 vehicles have been analyzed to determine mass influence coefficients. The vehicles in the study covered Sedans, SUVs, Pick Ups, and Vans. Linear regression […]
Mass Efficient Architecture for Roof Strength (MEARS)
A design optimization study of an automotive roof structure for advancing safety.
Lightweight Door Outer Project (2004)
This Phase 2 (2002) A/SP Lightweight Closures Project sought to optimize material usage on a single-piece door inner panel using several different technologies. Technologies considered were 1) multi-piece tailor welded […]
The Enhanced FLC Effect
The Enhanced Formability Project was initiated on the basis of press shop observations that parts with strains substantially in excess of conventional as-received forming limit curves (FLCs) could be successfully […]
Lightweight Closures Project (2001)
The A/SP Automotive Lightweight Closures Project is a research initiative whose aim is to optimize a current production-intent sport utility vehicle door, using the automobile industry’s largest resource, steel.
A/SP AHSS Applications Guidelines (2010)
Detailed case studies on the development and implementation of sheet metal stamping processes that employ AHSS steel grades. For a more comprehensive database on AHSS Guidelines, refer to the WorldAutoSteel […]
Lightweight Closures Project (2002)
The 2002 A/SP Lightweight Closures Project was redirected to optimize material usage on a single-piece door inner panel using several different technologies. These technologies considered were multi-piece tailor welded blanks […]
Lightweight Suspension Project (Front Lower Control Arm)
The objective of this project was to develop lightweight sheet and forged steel proof-of-concept front lower control arm (FLCA) designs that achieve equivalent structural performance and function at a reduced […]
Lightweight Suspension (Front Lower Control Arm) PPT
The objective of this project was to develop lightweight sheet and forged steel proof-of-concept front lower control arm (FLCA) designs that achieve equivalent structural performance and function at a reduced […]
