Vehicle Dynamics Research at Waterways Experiment Station

Abstract

Existing research facilities at U. S. Army Engineer Waterways Experiment Station (WES) are being utilized in a systematic approach to developing and validating more reliable models of the man-vehicle-terrain system. Specific attention is being given to developing more realistic models of tires, tracks, and deforming soil. The dynamometer systems at WES are being utilized to evaluate these models and to determine dynamic characteristics of certain tires and track systems. High-speed computing facilities are being used extensively, and capabilities for in-house simulation activities are being increased. Obstacle courses and test tracks will be used to evaluate analytical models and assess the validity of criteria for determining ride quality and/or vehicle speed.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jun 01, 1969
Accession Number
AD0746760

Entities

People

  • A. J. Green Jr.
  • G. G. Switzer

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Human Systems

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Aeronautical Laboratories
  • Center Of Gravity
  • Drop Tests
  • Dynamics
  • Dynamometers
  • Ecology
  • Engineers
  • High Acceleration
  • Load Distribution
  • Measurement
  • Mobility
  • Raman Spectroscopy
  • Research Facilities
  • Simulations
  • Surface Roughness
  • Vehicles
  • Vibration

Readers

  • Computational Modeling and Simulation
  • Pavement Materials Engineering.