OMZ301 Vehicle Dynamics

4 ECTS - 3-0 Duration (T+A)- 5. Semester- 3 National Credit

Information

Unit FACULTY OF ENGINEERING
AUTOMOTIVE ENGINEERING PR.
Code OMZ301
Name Vehicle Dynamics
Term 2019-2020 Academic Year
Semester 5. Semester
Duration (T+A) 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week)
ECTS 4 ECTS
National Credit 3 National Credit
Teaching Language Türkçe
Level Lisans Dersi
Type Normal
Label C Compulsory
Mode of study Yüz Yüze Öğretim
Catalog Information Coordinator Prof. Dr. ALİ KESKİN
Course Instructor Prof. Dr. ALİ KESKİN (Güz) (A Group) (Ins. in Charge)


Course Goal / Objective

This course aims to teach design of vehicles, vehicle dynamics, categorization of vehicles, forces acting on the vehicle, vehicle characteristics, vehicle energy conversion, engines types and classifications, heat and work, efficiency, engine power torque and efficiency curves, transmission system, driveline dynamics, volumetric, thermal, and mechanical efficiencies, aerodynamic loads on vehicles, suspension systems, lagrange method for determination of equations of motion, Matlab/Simulink modelling of systems, A quarter car model, half car and body roll mode, full car vibrating model, steering kinematics, modelling and control of vehicle systems for dynamic motion analysis

Course Content

Ability to understand Design of Vehicles, Vehicle dynamics, Categorization of Vehicles, Forces acting on the vehicle, Vehicle Characteristics, Vehicle Energy Conversion, Engines types and classifications, Heat and work, Efficiency, Engine power torque and efficiency curves, Transmission system, Driveline Dynamics, Volumetric, thermal, and mechanical efficiencies, Aerodynamic loads on vehicles, Suspension systems, Lagrange Method for determination of equations of motion, Matlab/Simulink modelling of systems, A quarter car model, Half Car and Body Roll Mode, Full Car Vibrating Model, Steering Kinematics, Modelling and Control of vehicle systems for dynamic motion analysis

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Course Learning Outcomes

Order Course Learning Outcomes
LO01 Lists the basic principles of vehicle design.
LO02 Explain the forces acting on the vehicle
LO03 Distinguishes vehicle characteristics.
LO04 It remembers energy transformation in the vehicle.
LO05 Distinguishes motor types.
LO06 Sort heat and work, yield, motor power, torque and yield curves.
LO07 Sets the effect of the transfer organs on driving dynamics.
LO08 Distinguishes volume, heat and mechanical yield.
LO09 Sets the effect of aerodynamic loads in vehicles on suspension systems.
LO10 Modeling the systems in matlab/simulinkle with the lagrange method for the motion equations.


Relation with Program Learning Outcome

Order Type Program Learning Outcomes Level
PLO01 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Sufficient knowledge of mathematics, science and subjects specific to the automotive engineering discipline; the ability to use theoretical and applied knowledge in these areas to solve complex engineering problems.
PLO02 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Ability to identify, formulate and solve complex engineering problems in the field of Automotive Engineering; ability to select and apply appropriate analysis and modeling methods for this purpose. 5
PLO03 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı In Automotive Engineering, the ability to design a complex system, process, device or product to meet specific requirements under realistic constraints and conditions; the ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose.
PLO04 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Ability to select and use modern techniques and tools required for the analysis and solution of complex problems encountered in Automotive Engineering applications; ability to use information technologies effectively.
PLO05 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Ability to design and conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results to investigate complex engineering problems or discipline-specific research topics in the field of Automotive Engineering.
PLO06 Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği Ability to work effectively in intra-disciplinary (Automotive Engineering) and multi-disciplinary teams; ability to work individually.
PLO07 Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing; knowledge of at least one foreign language; ability to write effective reports in the field of Automotive Engineering and understand written reports, prepare design and production reports, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear and understandable instructions.
PLO08 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği Awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; ability to access information in the field of Automotive Engineering, to follow developments in science and technology and to constantly renew oneself.
PLO09 Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik Acting in accordance with ethical principles, professional and ethical responsibility in the field of Automotive Engineering, and knowledge of the standards used in engineering practice.
PLO10 Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik Knowledge about business life practices such as project management, risk management and change management in the field of Automotive Engineering; awareness about entrepreneurship and innovation; knowledge about sustainable development.
PLO11 Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik Knowledge about the universal and societal effects of automotive engineering applications on health, environment and safety and the contemporary problems reflected in the automotive engineering field; awareness of the legal consequences of automotive engineering solutions.


Week Plan

Week Topic Preparation Methods
1 Design of Vehicles, Vehicle dynamics, Historical Development, Vehicle dynamics studies, Driver interfering with the vehicle, Categorization of Vehicle Lecture Notes and Reference Books
2 Forces acting on the vehicle, Forces that resists motion, Vehicle Characteristics, Vehicle Energy Conversion, Vehicle Energy Balance Lecture Notes and Reference Books
3 Engine types and classifications, Heat and work, Efficiency Lecture Notes and Reference Books
4 Power and The driving torque of An engine, Engine efficiency curves, Fuel Consumption, Ideal Engine Performance Lecture Notes and Reference Books
5 Transmission system, Power and Torque, Gearbox and Clutch Dynamics, Propeller - Transmission Shafts Lecture Notes and Reference Books
6 Volumetric, thermal, and mechanical efficiencies, Tires and its material content, Contact forces and torques, Tire codes Lecture Notes and Reference Books
7 Aerodynamic loads on vehicles, Aerodynamic forces and moments acting on a car Lecture Notes and Reference Books
8 Mid-Term Exam Lecture Notes and Reference Books
9 Suspension system, Caster configuration, Toe-in and Toe-out, Camber configuration, Lecture Notes and Reference Books
10 Lagrange Method for determination of equations of motion, Matlab/Simulink modelling of systems Lecture Notes and Reference Books
11 A quarter car model, Bicycle Car and Body Pitch Mode, Half Car and Body Roll Mode, Full Car Vibrating Model Lecture Notes and Reference Books
12 Analysis and modelling for mass centre determination, steering kinematics, steering mechanism Lecture Notes and Reference Books
13 Modeling and Control of vehicle systems for dynamic motion analysis Lecture Notes and Reference Books
14 Control of the vehicles and Drive assisting systems, Lecture Notes and Reference Books
15 Automotive Chassis: Engineering Principles, types and typical structures... Lecture Notes and Reference Books
16 Term Exams Lecture Notes and Reference Books
17 Term Exams Lecture Notes and Reference Books


Assessment (Exam) Methods and Criteria

Assessment Type Midterm / Year Impact End of Term / End of Year Impact
1. Midterm Exam 100 40
General Assessment
Midterm / Year Total 100 40
1. Final Exam - 60
Grand Total - 100


Student Workload - ECTS

Works Number Time (Hour) Workload (Hour)
Course Related Works
Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) 14 3 42
Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 14 3 42
Assesment Related Works
Homeworks, Projects, Others 0 0 0
Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 8 8
Final Exam 1 8 8
Total Workload (Hour) 100
Total Workload / 25 (h) 4,00
ECTS 4 ECTS

Update Time: 27.06.2025 11:13