Engineering and design

New Generation Vehicle Technology

Module code: H7109
Level 6
15 credits in spring semester
Teaching method: Lecture, Laboratory
Assessment modes: Computer based exam, Coursework

This module gives you an introduction to the principles and technologies of modern on-road passenger cars.

Topics will include:

vehicle dynamics and corresponding sub-systems including tyres, suspension and steering systems with the aim of modelling, simulation and control
a brief comparison of on-road and off-road vehicles
control systems including the powertrain, stability and safety control principles and techniques
a brief introduction to autonomous vehicles including technologies for perception, localisation, path planning, communication and control.

A systematic understanding of operating principles of modern on-road cars including interpreting main parameters and performance graphs with the focus on analysis, modelling, simulation and control
A systematic understanding of operating principles of vehicle sub-systems including modern tyres, HVAC system, steering and suspension systems
Design of control strategies for modern cars to operate on roads safely
Analysis of performance of vehicles and associated control strategies using comprehensive simulation environments.