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MVM 2018 - Volume 44 - Number 2
- ALTERNATIVE DESIGN FOR A SEMI – TRAILER TANK VEHICLE
Authors:
Dimitrios V. Koulocheris, Clio G. Vossou
DOI: 10.24874/mvm.2018.44.02.05
Abstract
Problem of vehicle noise has been observed since the appearance of the
larger number of vehicles on the roads. Drivers and passengers are exposed to constant noise
and vibration originating from their own vehicles and all other vehicles participating in
traffic. This paper reviews development of regulations that impose limits for vehicle noise.
Chronological development of vehicle noise regulations is presented in order to observe
trends in corresponding noise limits and requirements. Required future activities in
formulation of new vehicle noise regulations based on vehicle users’ demands,
developments and trends in automotive industry and requisites for vehicle weight reduction
and cutting the costs of vehicle production are analysed in the paper.
Keywords: semi-trailer tank vehicle, structural design, handling, European Directives, Finite Element Method
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