Design, analysis, and optimization of composite leaf springs for light vehicle applications

Authors
Sancaktar, E Gratton, M
Citation
E. Sancaktar et M. Gratton, Design, analysis, and optimization of composite leaf springs for light vehicle applications, COMP STRUCT, 44(2-3), 1999, pp. 195-204
Citations number
13
Categorie Soggetti
Material Science & Engineering
Journal title
COMPOSITE STRUCTURES
ISSN journal
02638223 → ACNP
Volume
44
Issue
2-3
Year of publication
1999
Pages
195 - 204
Database
ISI
SICI code
0263-8223(199902/03)44:2-3<195:DAAOOC>2.0.ZU;2-L
Abstract
Design and manufacture of a functional composite spring for a solar powered light vehicle is described. The objective is to provide an understanding o f the manufacture, use, and capabilities of composite leaf springs produced by using unidirectional E-glass roving impregnated by an epoxy resin for l ight vehicle applications where the vehicle weight is of primary concern. T he current design application involves a solar powered car. (C) 1999 Elsevi er Science Ltd. All rights reserved.