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Fundamentals of Vehicle Dynamics (R114)

9 reviews
Thomas D. Gillespie

SAE International, 1992

Great Introduction!
Professor Gillispie did an outstanding job with this book. He provides a comprehensive introduction to the mechanics of tire forces, handling, ride-quality, noise, vibration, and durability. The level of detail is just right for those new to the field, or needing an occasional reference book. A judicious mix of theory and practice. Highly recommended.

Bosch Automotive Handbook

28 reviews
Robert Bosch

SAE International, 1986

A 'must have' for anyone in automotive engineering and design
Along with your other 'handbooks' this one is key because it has the technical data that your Machinery's Handbook does not. It is oriented to the automotive industry, and is small enough to fit in a briefcase when you travel. I would just love to see this book in a PDF version that fits on my PC so I could carry it with me everywhere! If you are graduating from school, going into automotive, ...

Drive to Win: The Essential Guide to Race Driving

14 reviews
Carroll Smith

SAE International, 1996

This guy decreased my lap times an average of 2-3 seconds!
Very important reading for anyone who claims to know anything about race car driving. From going through and understanding what was said (and I was helped immensely by reading a couple of the more technical volumes Mr. Smith has written), I was able to increase my ability to consistently drive closer to the edge. If you already own a copy of this bible, and you want a new one, I've found it's ...

Design and Simulation of Four Stroke Engines [R-186]

4 reviews
Gordon P. Blair

SAE International, 1999

The definitive text for simulation of four-stroke engines.
As a relatively new designer of the four-stroke-cycle engine, Design and Simulation of Four-Stroke Engines is by far the most important single source of information to me. I also own Blair's Design and Simulation of Two-Stroke Engines. This book covers four-stroke engines with the same blend of sophisticated full thermodynamic cycle modeling and empirical insight. An introductory chapter ...

Analysis Techniques for Racecar Data Acquisition
Jorge Segers

SAE International, 2008

Data acquisition has become an invaluable tool for establishing racecar -- and car/driver -- performance. Now that the ability exists to analyze each and every performance parameter for car and driver, accurate use of this data can provide a key advantage on the racetrack. This book provides a thorough overview of the varied methods for analyzing racecar data acquisition system outputs, with a focus on vehicle dynamics.

Tire and Vehicle Dynamics, 2nd edition

1 review
Hans B Pacejka

SAE International, 2005

Authoritative text for tire force modeling
Note: this review is based upon the first edition. Tire force and moment values are necessary to the proper computation of full-vehicle dynamic behavior using dynamic simulation programs. To obtain these in a computationally efficient manner, a range of numerical algorithms are now commonly used. The theory and implementation of such specialized algorthims are the primary thrust of the ...

Race Car Vehicle Dynamics

14 reviews
William F. Milliken, Douglas L. Milliken

SAE International, 1997

Excellent Source of Vehicle Dynamic Information
Milliken lays down the fundamentals and advanced topic of vehicle dynamics as applied to racecars. The text is not for beginning or nontechnical readers in the slightest manner. Milliken points out many subtle and difficult areas to understand, which take hours of studying to fully grasp. For those seriously considering a career in this field or to the extremely interested reader, this text is ...

Introduction to Internal Combustion Engines

6 reviews
Richard Stone

SAE International, 1999

Great Introduction to the IC Engine
I was looking for a book that would start at near-zero to introduce me to internal combustion engines and how they work. I had always heard things like, "2 stroke engines produce almost twice as much power as a comparable displacement 4 stroke". I know that engines typically had exhaust and intake valves and some sort of piston inside a cylinder. But how these things all worked, I really ...

Allied Aircraft Piston Engines of World War II: History and Development of Frontline Aircraft Piston Engines ...

7 reviews
Graham White

SAE International, 1995

"Allied Aircraft Piston Engines" solid work that fills important niche in WW2 aviation history
While there are hundreds if not thousands of books devoted to World War II military aviation, only a handful cover with any detail the critically important aspect of aero engine development. This is one of the few books available on this topic and Graham White generally does a good job covering in detail the principal (as well as obscure) British and American aircraft engines. White begins his ...

The Winning Solar Car: A Design Guide for Solar Race Car Teams

1 review
Douglas R. Carroll

SAE International, 2003

Very useful
The book is useful for those who want to build their own solar racing car.

Engine Testing: Theory & Practice
Michael James Plint, Tony Martyr

SAE International, 2007

This book brings together the large and scattered body of information on the theory and practice of engine testing, to which any engineer responsible for work of this kind must have access. The eclectic nature of engine, powertrain, chassis and whole vehicle testing makes this comprehensive book a true must-have reference for those in the automotive industry, as well as more advanced students of automotive engineering

Introduction to Engine Valvetrains
Yushu Wang

SAE International, 2006

Many books have been written about the design, construction, and maintenance of valvetrains, but until now, information has been scattered and difficult to find. This comprehensive book will serve as your single resource providing a systematic introduction to valvetrain systems and components. Focusing on the fundamental concepts, this book enables you to appreciate design and material considerations, while at the same time understanding ...

Race Car Vehicle Dynamics: Problems, Answers and Experiments

SAE International, 2003

Includes Race Car Vehicle Dynamics Program Suite on CD-ROM, a valuable learning tool and brand new addition to the RCVD series! Written for the engineer as well as the race car enthusiast, Race Car Vehicle Dynamics (the original classic) gives a comprehensive treatment of vehicle dynamics and its application in a racing environment. RCVD, now in its sixth printing, is also widely used as a college textbook and has been an SAE best seller ...

Internal Combustion Engine Handbook: Basics, Components, Systems, and Perspectives

4 reviews

SAE International, 2004

Internal Combustion Engine Handbook: Basics, Components, Systems, and Perspectives
It covers all its topics in professional maner and reach to the purposes of the editors.

Advanced Engine Technology

2 reviews
Heinz Heisler

SAE International, 1995

The introduction of Engine technology
For the beginner of Engine Design & Testing, it will be very helpful guide.

Brake Design and Safety, Second Edition [R-198]

1 review
Rudolf Limpert

SAE International, 1999

Technical errors scattered among the good information
See my technical review of the errors I found in the first 100 pages at http://mfes.com/rudy.htm. SAE fixed at least the worst of the errors in the second edition, also Rudy used some quotes from my review of the second text which I sent to SAE before it was published in the book without attribution. Whatcha gonna do?

Tires, Suspension, and Handling, Second Edition [R-168]

2 reviews
John C. Dixon

SAE International, 1996

Great engineering and vehicle dynamics book!
Great book, kind of in the same category as "Race Car Vehicle Dynamics," but without such a racing orientation. Great explanation on the dynamics of tires. Slip angles, where tire judder comes from, and the like. Can get pretty mathematical in it's explanations, but since that was what I was looking for (mathematics explains everything) that part was fine. It has a great explanation of roll ...

Automotive Engineering Fundamentals
Richard Stone, Jeffrey K. Ball

SAE International, 2004

The automobile has significantly evolved since the late 1800s, when these "ostentatious displays of wealth" - so dubbed by U.S. President Woodrow Wilson - were met with cries of "Get a horse!" as they obtrusively hissed their way down the street. In the introduction of Automotive Engineering Fundamentals, Richard Stone and Jeffrey K. Ball provide a fascinating and often amusing history of the passenger vehicle, showcasing the various highs ...

Accelerated Testing: A Practitioner's Guide to Accelerated And Reliability Testing

1 review
Harry Schwab Bryan Dodson

SAE International, 2006

Accelerated Testing
This book is just what I was looking for. I am responsible for designing reliability and validation tests for a design center. The other books I have purchased fall into 2 categories; (1) very heavy mathematics with few or no practical examples, and (2) a lot of practical discussion, but little or no mathematics. This book combines the theory of statistical testing while discussing the ...

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