Design and optimisation of a light-weight frigorific semi-trailer
by E. Larrode, A. Miravete, L. Castejon
International Journal of Heavy Vehicle Systems (IJHVS), Vol. 5, No. 1, 1998

Abstract: A new design and optimisation of the structure of a self-portable frigorific trailer is presented. Self-portable trailers are different from usual portable trailer structures in that it is the structure itself which supports all load requirements. The weight optimisation of the frigorific self-portable trailer can be achieved due to the great number of possible combinations which are feasible with different kinds of materials and their corresponding geometric configurations. This involves a redesign of the initial structure as well as the ultimate calculation, obtaining a 30% weight saving.

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