Railroad Vehicle Dynamics - A Computational Approach

Informationen zum Autor Ahmed A. Shabana, Khaled E. Zaazaa, Hiroyuki Sugiyama Klappentext Presents computational multibody system formulations that can be used to develop computer models for complex railroad vehicle systems (RVSs). Focusing on nonlinear formulations! this book explains the limitations of linearized formulations that are frequently used in analysis. It addresses and solves geometric problems that are specific to RVSs. Zusammenfassung Presents computational multibody system formulations that can be used to develop computer models for complex railroad vehicle systems (RVSs). Focusing on nonlinear formulations, this book explains the limitations of linearized formulations that are frequently used in analysis. It addresses and solves geometric problems that are specific to RVSs. Inhaltsverzeichnis Introduction. Dynamic Formulations. Rail and Wheel Geometry. Contact and Creep-Force Models. Multibody Contact Formulations. Implementation and Special Elements. Specialized Railroad Vehicle Formulations. Creepage Linearization. Appendices. References. Index.

Product details

• Authors: Shabana (Ahmed) A., Ahmed A. Shabana, Hiroyuki Sugiyama, Sugiyama Hiroyuki, Khaled E. Zaazaa
• Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd.
• Languages: English
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 17.07.2007
• EAN: 9781420045819
• ISBN: 978-1-4200-4581-9
• No. of pages: 360
• Dimensions: 164 mm x 243 mm x 25 mm
• Subjects: Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Technology > Mechanical engineering, production engineering; TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING / Mechanical, TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING / Civil / General, SCIENCE / Mechanics / General, environmental science, engineering & technology, Automotive technology and trades, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering: general, Automotive technology & trades, Environmental science, engineering and technology