93743 - VEHICLE CONCEPTUAL DESIGN M

Learning outcomes

Lectures aim at technically describing the overall layout, architecture and main functional systems of an Electric Vehicle (EV). The goal is the transmission of an integrated approach to the comprehension and design synthesis of EVs. Main contents are: definition of the architecture of a vehicle; Design activity flow: task clarification, conceptual design, embodiment design, detail design; historical evolution; graphic representation systems; body work (Body in White; Body Side; Fenders; Roof assembly; Front frame; Rear frame; compartment floor; closed bodies; spider, coupe and cabrio); body components (outer body components, weather strips, glass and mirrors, movable parts, windshield wiper, vehicle lighting and signalling); body interiors (restraint systems - safety belts; restraint system -- air-bag; dashboard cockpit - dashboard - console; interior trims; seats; air conditioning system).

Course contents

Mandatory

Vehicle Conceptual Architecture: basics and technological drivers; High performance powertrain: basics and technological drivers; Gearshift and suspension: basics; Hybrid and full electric vehicles: technological drivers, architectures, benchmark analysis; Vehicle assembly.

Optional

High performance powertrain: set up; Chassis and body; Passive Safety; Basics of vehicle dynamics, Fundamentals of NVH; Introduction to HMI; Elements of aerodynamics and thermal management; Electric motor and battery; Production process.

Readings/Bibliography

Mandatory

Personal notes and presentations provided by lecturers.

Optional

1. G. Pahl, W. Beitz, J. Feldhusen, K.H. Grote, "Engineering Design: a systematic approach", Springer.
2. L. Morello, L.R. Rossini, G. Pia, A. Tonoli, "The Automotive Body" - Volume II: System Design, Springer.
3. L. Morello, L.R. Rossini, G. Pia, A. Tonoli, "The Automotive Body" - Volume I: Components Design, Springer.

Teaching methods

In presence classes and professional seminars.

Assessment methods

Multiple choice written test or team project.

Teaching tools

Multimedia systems and collaborative software platforms.

Office hours

See the website of Francesco Leali