Extended Surfaces/Fins

Based on Purpose :

Passenger vehicles: These vehicles carry passengers. e.g.: Buses, Cars, passenger trains.Goods vehicles: These vehicles carry goods from one place to another place.e.g.: Goods lorry, Goods carrier.Special Purpose: These vehicles include Ambulance, Fire engines, Army Vehicles.

Based on Load Capacity:Light duty vehicle: Small motor vehicles. e.g.: Car, jeep, Scooter, motor cycle.Medium duty vehicle : relatively medium sized vehicles. e.g.: mini buses, small trucksHeavy duty vehicle:large and bulky motor vehicles.e.g.:Bus, Truck, Tractor

Based on Fuel used:

Petrol engine vehicles :Automobiles powered by petrol engine. e.g: scooters, cars, motorcycles.Diesel engine vehicles :Automobiles powered by diesel engine. e.g: Trucks, Buses, Tractors.Gas vehicles :Vehicles that use gas turbine as power source. e.g: Turbine powered cars.Electric vehicles :Automobiles that use electricity as a power source. e.g: Electric cars, electric buses.

Based on Fuel used:

Steam Engine vehicles :Automobiles powered by steam engine. e.g.: Steamboat, steam locomotive, steam wagon.Hydrogen powered vehicles: Vehicles that have hydrogen as power source. e.g.: Honda FCX Clarity.Solar Vehicles: Vehicles significantly powered by solar power.Hybrid Vehicles: Vehicles that use two or more distinct power sources. Eg: toyota pyrius

Based on type of Transmission:

Automatic transmission vehicles:Automobiles that are capable of changing gear ratios automatically as they move. e.g: Automatic Transmission Cars.Manual transmission vehicles:Automobiles whose gear ratios have to be changed manually.Semi-automatic transmission vehicles:Vehicles that facilitate manual gear changing with clutch pedal

Based on Number of Wheels:

Two wheeler: motor cycles, scootersThree wheeler: Tempo, auto-rickshawsFour wheeler: car, Jeep, Bus, truckSix wheeler: Buses and trucks have sixtiresout of which four are carried on the rear wheels for additional reaction.Six axle wheeler:Dodge(10 tire) vehicle

Based on the side of the drive:Left hand drive automobile: Vehicle in which steering wheel is fitted on the left hand side. e.g: Automobiles found in USA, RussiaRight hand drive automobile: Vehicle in which steering wheel is fitted on the right hand side. e.g: Automobiles found in India, Australia

Based on Suspension system used:

Convectional- Leaf SpringIndependent- Coil spring, Torsion bar, Pneumatic.www.me-mechanicalengineering.com

Car segments as per SIAM (Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers):

The classification of segment is done on the basis of the length of the vehicle (Passenger car segment)A1 Segment- Mini Up to 3400mm (M800, Nano)A2 Segment- Compact 3401 to 4000mm (Alto, wagon r, Zen,i10,A-star,Swift,i20,palio,indica etc)A3 Segment Midsize 4001 to 4500mm (City, Sx4, Dzire, Logan, Accent, Fiesta, Verna etc)

Car segments as per SIAM (Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers):

A4 Segment- Executive 4501 to 4700mm (Corolla, civic, C class, Optra, Octavia etc)A5 Segment- Premiun 4701 to 5000mm (Camry, E class, Accord, Sonata, Laura, Superb etc)A6 Segment Luxury Above 5000mm (Mercedes S class, 5 series etc)B1 Segment- Van Omni, Versa, Magic etcB2 Segment- MUV/MPV Innova, Tavera, Sumo etcSUV Segment- CRV, Vitara etc

Classification of Cars based on body Shape:

ONE BOX (VAN/MPV) It means Engine area, Passenger area & luggage area all in one box. There wont be separate compartment. For eg. Omni, Ace Magic, VersaTWO BOX (HATCHBACK) It means Engine are has a separate cabin while Passenger area and luggage area are together. For eg. M800, Alto, Santro, i10, i20, A-star, Swift etc.

Classification of Cars based on body Shape:

THREE BOX (SEDAN/SALOON/NOTCHBACK) It means Engine area, Passenger area & luggage area all are having different cabin. For eg. SX4, City, Fiesta, Dzire.ESTATE/STATION WAGON- Its nothing but sedan whose roof is extended till the rear to create more boot space. For eg. Indigo Marina, Octavia Combi, etc.

Classification of Cars based on body Shape:

SUV (Sports Utility Vehicle) These vehicles have large tyres, higher seating, higher ground clearance. The engine area is separate, but the passenger & luggage area are enclosed together. Most of these vehicles are equipped with either 4 wheel drive system or has the option for that. For eg. CRV, SAFARI, GRAND VITARA, PAJERO etc.http://www.indiamarks.com/car-segmentation-society-indian-automobile-manufacturers/#

Two Main Parts of Automobile:The modern automobile can be categorized into two distinct sub-assemblies: The body The chassis.

The Body:

The main function of the body is to provide comfort and protection to the passengers besides giving a good look. The body includes the passenger compartment, the trunk, the bumpers, the fenders, the radiator grill, the hood, interior trim, glass and paint. A wide variety of body styles, like two doors or four doors, sedans or hardtop, convertible or station wagons are available for each chassis model.

The Body:

Flat Beds:A flat bed truck is made up of a chassis fitted with a platform body on which goods are carried. Cargo is secured on the deck with ropes or sheeting. Flat beds are flexible and can accommodate many different types of loads.

Tippers:Tippers have an open top body that can be unloaded when the body is tipped backwards (using a hydraulic arm) and the tailgate is released. Typical loads include aggregates such as soil, sand and stone.

Curtain-Siders:Curtain-siders have a fixed, roofed frame with a flexible curtain fixed to both sides of the frame. They are ideal for carrying pallets that require protection from the weather. Curtain-siders provide easy access to the load for efficient loading and unloading, but have less security than box bodied vehicles.

Box bodies:Also known by the brand namePantec, these trucks comprise of a rigid body with solid sides and generally have solid rear-opening doors or roller shutters. Box bodied vehicles are ideal for transporting loads which require security and for making deliveries in urban areas.

Temperature Controlled Bodies:These are box bodies made of insulated material with a refrigerator unit attached. They are designed to carry temperature-sensitive loads such as chilled or frozen products. The refrigerator is driven by either the main engine or a separate engine.

Luton Peak Bodies:Luton peak bodies are box vans with an additional section over the cab for holding any loose cargo or other tools. They are often used for furniture transport and removals.

Road Tankers:Road tankers have a permanent tank fitted to the chassis for the transportation of liquids, gases or powders. Tankers are not commonly fitted to small trucks, but are sometimes used for specialized operations (e.g. grease trap cleaners, waste disposal).

http://www.truckbuyersguide.gov.au/interactive/body_types.aspx

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