Blundell M., Harty D. The Multibody Systems Approach to Vehicle Dynamics

2 edition. — Butterworth-Heinemann, 2015, 756 p. — ISBN: 978-0-08-099425-3.A dedicated guide to the application of multibody systems analysis (MBS) to vehicle dynamics modelling and simulationOffers a unique combination of foundational theory, research findings, practical insights and modeling know-how, reflecting the academic and industrial experience of the author team.Includes coverage of the latest models, safety developments, simulation methods and features, bringing the new edition up to date with advances in the field.Filling the gap between subjective vehicle assessment, classical vehicle dynamics and computer-based multibody approaches, The Multibody Systems Approach to Vehicle Dynamics offers unique coverage of both the virtual and practical aspects of vehicle dynamics from concept design to system analysis and handling development.
The book offers valuable foundation knowledge of vehicle dynamics as well as drawing on laboratory studies, test-track work and finished vehicle applications to gel theory with practical examples and observations. Combined with insights into the capabilities and limitations of multibody simulation, it provides the background understanding, practical reality and simulation know-how needed to make and interpret useful models.
This new edition includes coverage of the latest tyre models, changes to the modelling of light commercial vehicles, developments in active safety systems, torque vectoring and examples in AView, as well as updates to theory, simulation and modelling techniques throughout.
About the Author
Mike Blundell is Professor of Vehicle Dynamics and Impact, Mechanical & Automotive Engineering, Coventry University, UK. He specializes in vehicle dynamics and safety teaching and research, and has worked with multibody systems applications in vehicle dynamics in industry and academia, publishing many papers on the topic.
Damian Harty is a Senior Staff Engineer at Polaris Industries based in Minnesota. He was formerly Director of the Vehicle & System Dynamics Group at Coventry University, a Technical Specialist for vehicle dynamics with Prodrive on the Mini WRC, as well as a freelance consultant.