Download - Vehicle Infrastructure
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Vehicle Infrastructure Energy Infrastructure
Information Infrastructure
Transportation Infrastructure
Human Operator
A Central Theme: Systems Integration
Human-Machine Interface
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Advanced Powertrains – Vision at CU-ICAR
• Advanced engine concepts
• Powertrain integration, flexible drivelines
• Hybrid propulsion
• Electrification and connectivity
Pursue research in four strategic areas:
Advanced Conventional
Electric Vehicle, PHEV
Hybrid Electric vehicle
IC Engine
Energy Conversion, Storage
New architectures, Light Weight
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Vehicle Electronics – Vision at CU-ICAR
• Vehicle electronic systems integration
• Electromagnetic compatibility
• Electromagnetic modeling
Pursue research in three strategic areas:
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Vehicle Performance – Vision at CU-ICAR
• Vehicle dynamics
• Advanced driver assistance systems
• Human factors and HMI
• HIL and on-road testing
Pursue research in four strategic areas:
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• Power Connectivity
• Communication Connectivity
• Human-machine Interface
Pursue research in three strategic areas:
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Vehicle-to-Vehicle Connectivity andVehicle-Infrastructure Vision at CU-ICAR
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Manufacturing and Materials – Integrated product approach
• Holistic view of new manufacturing systems which can incorporate disruptive technologies
• Continuous process improvement
• Sustainable manufacturing
• Advanced materials characterization, processing, and manufacturing
Pursue research in four strategic areas:
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7-Poster with Climate Chamber
4-Wheel Chassis Dyno/Anechoic Chamber500hp Engine Test Cell
Full Vehicle CMM
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Full Vehicle EMC ChamberAdvanced Machining Centers
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NEW Interior Component Testing Lab
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2011/2012 Research Partners include:
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Lessons Learned to Date - Generalized• Some challenges associated with typical demographic model:
manufacturing operations in the Southeast and R&D either in Midwest or Europe/Asia
• Market surveys have revealed that Tier 1 and 2 suppliers have need for greater materials/root cause testing and services
• Emphasis from motorsports companies tends to be on short-term data acquisition type of activities and not longer-term “traditional” research relationships
• Strong focus on workforce development needs – collaboration with technical college systems essential
• Potential benefits for all could be realized through a more regional approach to R&D