Title: A predictive tool to evaluate disc brake squeal propensity. Part 3: Parametric design studies

Authors: Y.S. Lee, P.C. Brooks, D.C. Barton, D.A. Crolla

Addresses: School of Mechanical Engineering, University of Leeds, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS2 9JT, UK. School of Mechanical Engineering, University of Leeds, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS2 9JT, UK. School of Mechanical Engineering, University of Leeds, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS2 9JT, UK. School of Mechanical Engineering, University of Leeds, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS2 9JT, UK

Abstract: This paper is the last in a series of three that present an integrated numerical approach to the analysis of disc brake squeal. It focuses on the application of the technique to the solution of a number of generic classes of problem encountered by the brake system engineer and the results are related to real world experience. The ability of the methodology to find direct use in such a broad area of application lies in the use of fully parameteriSed solid models to define the initial mechanical system. This flexibility is a powerful feature of the approach that ensures its continued use as a predictive tool. The paper concludes with a critical review of the technique and points to a number of refinement routes

Keywords: brake squeal; finite element method; FEM; parametric model.

DOI: 10.1504/IJVD.2003.003364

International Journal of Vehicle Design, 2003 Vol.31 No.3, pp.330 - 353

Published online: 08 Oct 2003 *

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