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Master's of Mechanical Engineering without Thesis

MAK537

VEHICLE DYNAMICS

Course Code
MAK537
Semester
-
Theory+Practice
3 + 0
ECTS
10
Course TypeElective Course
Course LevelMaster's Degree Without Thesis
Year of Study-
Semester-
ECTS10
Name of Lecturer(s) -
Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, the students;

  1. Having knowledge on vehicle systems
  2. Ability to design and make calculations of tires and moving systems
  3. Ability to solve encountered engineering problems
  4. Ability to model and design the control systems of a vehicle
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
PrerequisitesNo
Recommended Optional Programme ComponentsNone
Course DescriptionModelling of vehicle dynamics, Vehicle coordinate systems, Tyre model, Modelling of vehicle dynamics (motion direction): acceleration/braking, ABS brakes, control algorithms, pull control systems, Modelling of vehicle dynamics (lateral): orientation, bicycle model, orientation control, stabilization of skid, Rolling dynamic, algorithms to prevent overturn, orientation control, automatical road follow, road and driver models, adaptive motion control systems, Modelling of vehicle dynamics (vertical direction): suspension system, quarter vehicle suspension model, active and semi- active suspensions, control algorithms, motor control systems, idling speed control, motor velocity control, detonation control, Lambda control, modelling and controlling of power transfer compenents, electronical control units.
Course Contents
WEEK TOPICS
1st Week Modelling of vehicle dynamics
2nd Week Vehicle coordinate systems
3rd Week Tyre model
4th Week Tyre model
5th Week Modelling of vehicle dynamics (motion direction): acceleration/braking, ABS brakes, control algorithms, pull control systems
6th Week Modelling of vehicle dynamics (motion direction): acceleration/braking, ABS brakes, control algorithms, drive control systems
7th Week Modelling of vehicle dynamics (motion direction): acceleration/braking, ABS brakes, control algorithms, drive control systems
8th Week MID TERM
9th Week Modelling of vehicle dynamics (lateral): orientation, bicycle model, orientation control, stabilization of skid, Rolling dynamic, algorithms to prevent overturn, orientation control, automatical road follow, road and driver models, adaptive motion control systems
10th Week Modelling of vehicle dynamics (lateral): routing, bicycle model, orientation control, stabilization of skid, Rolling dynamic, algorithms to prevent overturn, orientation control, automatical road follow, road and driver models, adaptive motion control systems
11th Week Modelling of vehicle dynamics (lateral): routing, bicycle model, orientation control, stabilization of skid, Rolling dynamic, algorithms to prevent overturn, orientation control, automatical road follow, road and driver models, adaptive motion control systems
12th Week Modelling of vehicle dynamics (vertical direction): suspension system, quarter vehicle suspension model, active and semi- active suspensions, control algorithms, motor control systems, idling speed control, motor velocity control, detonation control, Lambda control, modelling and controlling of power transfer compenents, electronical control units
13th Week Modelling of vehicle dynamics (vertical direction): suspension system, quarter vehicle suspension model, active and semi- active suspensions, control algorithms, motor control systems, idling speed control, motor velocity control, detonation control, Lambda control, modelling and controlling of power transfer compenents, electronical control units
14th Week Modelling of vehicle dynamics (vertical direction): suspension system, quarter vehicle suspension model, active and semi- active suspensions, control algorithms, motor control systems, idling speed control, motor velocity control, detonation control, Lambda control, modelling and controlling of power transfer compenents, electronical control units
Recommended or Required ReadingVehicle Dynamics and Control, Rajesh Rajamani, Springer, 1th edition, 2005
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
  • Practice
  • Lecture
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity Percentage (%)
Mid-term 1 35
Assignment 4 15
Presentation of Case Study 1 5
Total(%) 55
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) 55
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) 45
Total(%) 100
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Midterm exam 1 24 24
Preparation for Quiz
Individual or group work 14 2 28
Preparation for Final exam 14 3 42
Course hours 14 3 42
Preparation for Midterm exam 7 3 21
Laboratory (including preparation)
Final exam 1 48 48
Homework 4 16 64
Presentation (including preperation) 1 20 20
Total Work Load289
Total Work Load / 30 (h)9.63
ECTS Credit of the Course10
Language of InstructionTurkish
Work Placement(s)No

Programme Qualifications / Learning Outcomes

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K5 X X X
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