About this title
Textbook on the science and engineering of motor vehicle powertrains, covering the mathematical and physical principles behind engines, transmissions and electric propulsion. Designed for automotive engineering students progressing beyond basic mechanics, including those working through BTEC further mathematics and engine design units.
Intended audience
- automotive engineering students
- BTEC higher engineering students
- automotive technicians
- mechanical engineering undergraduates
Subject classification
- Automotive Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Powertrain Technology
- Vehicle Engineering
Scope
- thermodynamics of engines
- petrol and diesel engines
- transmission systems
- vehicle dynamics
- CAN systems and engine mapping
- electric propulsion
Chapter themes
- gas laws and basic thermodynamics
- petrol and diesel engines
- transmission systems
- forces affecting vehicle performance
- engine mapping and CAN systems
- electric propulsion and alternative fuels
Bibliographic details
- Title
- Automotive Powertrain Science and Technology
- Year
- 2020
- Publisher
- Routledge
- ISBN
- 9780429318023
- Catalogue authors
- Allan Bonnick
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