Numerical optimisation methods applied to the concurrent problem of vehicle ride and handling
by Daniel Vilela; Roberto Spinola Barbosa
International Journal of Vehicle Systems Modelling and Testing (IJVSMT), Vol. 8, No. 4, 2013

Abstract: This text presents a new proposal for an overall ride and handling metric to be used to optimise vehicle performance through concurrent simulation models. The proposed metric has the intention to cover simultaneously the most relevant aspects of a passenger vehicle dynamic behaviour. The individual models for ride and handling have been validated against physical measurements in order to assure a reliable output. A numerical optimisation method is used to simultaneously evaluate the complete vehicle dynamic performance related to the single overall metric. The results show an effective way to improve the vehicle performance based on this new proposed metric, with gains in terms of reduction in development time and cost for new projects.

Online publication date: Sat, 19-Jul-2014

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