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MENG 4760 Vehicle Dynamics
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Prerequisites:
ENGR 3130 (Minimum Grade of D, May not be taken concurrently)
MTH 3720 (Minimum Grade of D, May not be taken concurrently)


Modeling and analysis of the dynamics of vehicles, particularly of four wheeled motor vehicles. Topics include: fundamentals of modeling; dynamic axle loads/instability; power, traction, and stability limited acceleration; braking and stability under lockup; aerodynamics, rolling resistance, and total road load; ride excitation sources; ¼ car and full car suspension models; low speed and high speed cornering; the tire/road interface; wheel alignment effects; tractor trailer handling and stability; other topics as time and interest permit. Computer projects (simulations) required.
300

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