On a Global Mission: The Automobiles of General Motors International Volume 3

On a Global Mission: The Automobiles of General Motors International Volume 3
Author: Louis F. Fourie
Publisher: FriesenPress
Total Pages: 493
Release: 2016-12-29
Genre: Transportation
ISBN: 1460296915

Volume One traces the history of Opel and Vauxhall separately from inception through to the 1970s and thereafter collectively to 2015. Special attention is devoted to examining innovative engineering features and the role Opel has taken of providing global platforms for GM. Each model is examined individually and supplemented by exhaustive supporting specification tables. The fascinating history of Saab and Lotus begins with their humble beginnings and examines each model in detail and looks at why these unusual marques came under the GM Banner. Included is a penetrating review of Saab through to its unfortunate demise. Volume Two examines unique models and variations of Chevrolet and Buick manufactured in the Southern Hemisphere and Asia but never offered in North America. Daewoo, Wuling and Baojun are other Asian brands covered in detail. This volume concludes with recording the remarkable early success of Holden and its continued independence through to today. Volume Three covers the smaller assembly operations around the world and the evolution of GM’s export operations. A brief history of Isuzu, Subaru and Suzuki looks at the three minority interests GM held in Asia. The GM North American model specifications are the most comprehensive to be found in a single book. Global and regional sales statistics are included. GM executives and management from around the globe are listed with the roles they held. An index ensures that these volumes serve as the ideal reference source on GM.

The International Vehicle Aerodynamics Conference

The International Vehicle Aerodynamics Conference
Author: IMechE
Publisher: Woodhead Publishing
Total Pages: 297
Release: 2014-11-12
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0081002459

Aerodynamics has never been more central to the development of cars, commercial vehicles, motorbikes, trains and human powered vehicles, driven by the need for efficiency: reducing carbon dioxide emissions, reducing fuel consumption, increasing range and alleviating problems associated with traffic congestion. Reducing vehicle weight makes it more challenging to ensure that they are stable and handle well over a wide range of environmental conditions. Lighter structures are also more vulnerable to aerodynamically induced vibration. Alongside this, customers demand an environment that is quiet, comfortable and maintains their vision of the world around them in all weathers. These aims must be met by designing vehicles that engage customers emotionally, promoting the brand values of manufacturers and operators. This can only be done by collaboration between designers and aerodynamicists. - Examine the latest developments in vehicle aerodynamic development - Explore opportunities to network and share experiences around different areas - Focus on future challenges and the engineering knowledge and technology required to resolve them - Discuss other areas of development including handling and stability, tyre aerodynamics and modelling, aeroacoustics and fluid structure interaction

Hybrid Adhesive Joints

Hybrid Adhesive Joints
Author: Lucas F. M. da Silva
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 310
Release: 2011-06-27
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 3642166237

This volume presents treat the material science and mechanical issues of hybrid adhesive bonds which are a combination of adhesive bonding rather than mechanical fasteners. The idea of hybrid joints is to gather the advantages of the different techniques leaving out their problems. Some of the advantages of these joints are a higher static and fatigue strength and a higher stiffness with respect to simple joints, a two-stage cracking process before the final failure and improved durability. The book treats all important kinds of joints which are in use today: weld – adhesive, rivet – adhesive, clinch – adhesive, bolt – adhesive, and adhesive – adhesive. A section dedicated to threadlocking and interference-fit adhesive joints is also included. All sections are treated from a scientific point of view with modeling issues supported by simple coupons testing and a technological point of view where the idea is to present more applied results with practical cases.

The Green Dragon

The Green Dragon
Author: Jamie Kershaw
Publisher: Chipmunkapublishing ltd
Total Pages: 233
Release:
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ISBN: 1849912807

Automotive Ergonomics

Automotive Ergonomics
Author: Heiner Bubb
Publisher: Springer Nature
Total Pages: 705
Release: 2021-10-19
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 3658339411

Ergonomics teaches how to design technology in such a way that it is optimally adapted to the needs, wishes and characteristics of the user. In this context, the concept of the human-machine system has become established. In a systematic way and with a detailed view of the complicated technical and perceptual psychological and methodological connections, this book explains the basics of automotive ergonomics with numerous examples. The application is shown in examples such as package, design of displays and control elements, of environmental ergonomics such as lighting, sound, vibrations, climate and smell. The design of driver assistance systems from an ergonomic perspective is also a central topic. The book is rounded off by methods of ergonomic vehicle development, the use of mock-ups, driving simulators and tests in real vehicles and prototypes. For the first time, those responsible in the automotive industry and in the field of relevant research are provided with a specialized systematic work that provides the ergonomic findings in the design of today's automobiles. This provides planners and designers of today's automobiles with concrete information for ergonomic product development, enabling them to keep an eye on decisive requirements and subsequent customer acceptance. This book is a translation of the original German 1st edition Automobilergonomie by Heiner Bubb, Klaus Bengler, Rainer E. Grünen & Mark Vollrath, published by Springer Fachmedien Wiesbaden GmbH, part of Springer Nature in 2015. The translation was done with the help of artificial intelligence (machine translation by the service DeepL.com). A subsequent human revision was done primarily in terms of content, so that the book will read stylistically differently from a conventional translation. Springer Nature works continuously to further the development of tools for the production of books and on the related technologies to support the authors.

Someone's There

Someone's There
Author: Diane Saxon
Publisher: Boldwood Books Ltd
Total Pages: 405
Release: 2020-02-18
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 183889263X

Who's watching who? When a beautiful, red haired nurse’s body is found mutilated in her house in Lawley the morning after a date with Detective Constable Ryan Downey, all eyes turn to him. With a very specific modus operandi, Detective Sergeant Jenna Morgan and her team know exactly who the offender is, the trouble is he’s currently serving a life stretch in HMP Long Lartin. It soon becomes evident to DS Morgan and her team that there may be a copycat killer is on the loose, one who may be taking his pleasure in stalking his victims first. In a race against time, they need to track down the copycat and discover who is pulling whose strings? A gripping psychological crime novel. Perfect for fans of Cara Hunter. This book was previously published as Copycat. Praise for Diane Saxon: 'Compulsive, addictive and gripping - a truly five star read!' Geraldine Hogan' 'The characters are well rounded and the story had an excellent pace, I started reading this and became very reluctant to put it down, which is always the mark of a good read.' Caroline Marston UK Crime Book Club 'A dark, unsettling read that will keep you on the edge of your seat. I couldn’t stop turning the pages.' Sarah Ward 'A nail-biting psychological thriller you won’t forget in a hurry' Cherry Adair What readers are saying: ’It was a real thrilling read from start to finish’ ’Give it a read if you enjoy dark, intense, disturbing thrillers!’ ’I was hooked within the first few pages and just wanted to read more. I love a book that does this, especially as you become apart of the story and you become hooked!’ ’It certainly kept me turning the pages!’ ’Really enjoyable read. Well written, genuine page turner for me!!’ ’ I was blown away by how blooming brilliant this book was and I am sure that other readers will be too.’