Impact between metallic surfaces is a phenomenon that is ubiquitous in the design and
analysis of mechanical systems. To model this phenomenon, a new formulation for frictional …

Since Euler's original gyro-dynamic analysis nearly two and a half centuries ago, the use of
multi-body dynamics (MBD) has spread widely in application scope from large displacement …

The paper outlines a computationally efficient analytical method for evaluating the fuel
consumption and the nitrogen oxide emissions during manoeuvres pertaining to the New …

The new generations of compact high output power-to-weight ratio internal combustion
engines generate broadband torsional oscillations, transmitted to lightly damped drivetrain …

In multibody system models, body flexibility is introduced when the structure compliance is
not negligible for an accurate description of the system behaviour. Flexible multibody …

Torsional vibrations transmitted from the engine to the drivetrain system induce a plethora of
noise, vibration and harshness (NVH) concerns, such a transmission gear rattle and clutch …

The appearance and persistence of impact-induced clonk noise in rear wheel drive light
truck drivelines has led to an urgent need for remedial action. The pressure for delivering …

This article presents a combined multi-body dynamics and lubricated contact mechanics
model of vehicular differential hypoid gear pairs, demonstrating the transient nature of …

The dynamics of a nonlinear vibration energy harvester for rotating systems is investigated
analytically through harmonic balance, as well as by numerical analysis. The …

The nonlinear backlash can influence the driveability of the electric driveline due to the lack
of the traditional clutches and torsional damper devices. During the stand-start, regenerative …