The effect of light truck design variables on top speed, performance, and fuel economy, 1981. Final report Oct 80-Sep 81

Technical Report · Sun Nov 01 00:00:00 EST 1981

OSTI ID:5152305

Zub, R W; Meisner, R P

The effect of vehicle weight, rolling resistance, aerodynamic drag, and drive-line configuration on fuel economy and performance for light duty trucks is examined. The effect of lockup and extended gear ratio range is also investigated. The assessment of these vehicle variables on fuel economy and performance is determined by using the Transportation Systems Center's vehicle simulation program, VEHSIM, which predicts fuel economy and performance for vehicle parameter changes. The results indicate fuel economy and performance trends which can be used to project future improvements.

• Research Organization: Department of Transportation, Cambridge, MA (USA). Transportation Systems Center
• OSTI ID: 5152305
• Report Number(s): PB-82-150426; DOT-TSC-NHTSA-81-22
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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DESIGN
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GEARS
ROLLING FRICTION
TIRES
WEIGHT
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MACHINE PARTS
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