Optimization of Lateral Vehicle Dynamics by Targeted Dimensioning of the Rim Width

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Abstract

The aim of this investigation is the improvement of the lateral vehicle dynamics by optimizing the rim width. For that purpose, the rim width is considered as a development tool and configured with regard to specified targets. Using a specifically developed method of simulation, the influence of the rim width is analysed within different levels - starting at the component level "tyre" and going up to the level of the whole vehicle. With the help of substantial simulations using a nonlinear two-track model, the dimensioning of the rim width is brought to an optimum. Based on both, tyre and vehicle measurements, the theoretical studies can be proved in practice. As a result, the rim width has a strong influence on the behaviour of the tyre as well as on the overall vehicle performance, which emphasises its importance as a potential development tool within the development of a chassis.

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Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)1196-1208
Number of pages13
JournalSae international journal of passenger cars-Mechanical systems
Volume8
Issue number4
Publication statusPublished - 1 Dec 2015
Peer-reviewedYes

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Scopus 84952900897
ORCID /0000-0002-0679-0766/work/141545007