Review of the applications of biocomposites in the automotive industry
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DOI: 10.1002/pc.23847
Abstract: The article provides an overview of biocomposite application in the automotives via a documentation of their history, chronology and progressive steps taken to break into the production lines of a number of key auto makers.… read more here.
Keywords: applications biocomposites; review applications; automotive industry; industry ... See more keywords
Comparison of standard automotive industry injury predictors and actual injury sustained during significant whiplash events
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DOI: 10.1007/s00586-021-06851-y
Abstract: We present a unique opportunity to compare standard neck injury criteria (used by the automotive industry to predict injury) with real-life injuries. The injuries sustained during, and the overall kinematics of, a television demonstration of… read more here.
Keywords: automotive industry; neck; neck injury; injury ... See more keywords
Environmental and economic prospects of biomaterials in the automotive industry
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DOI: 10.1007/s10098-019-01735-8
Abstract: This study provides an overview of the application of biomaterials in automotive industries and their economic and environmental implications. It also discusses the recent developments, ongoing activities, and the major constraints that need to be… read more here.
Keywords: biomaterials automotive; automotive industry; economic prospects; prospects biomaterials ... See more keywords
Trends and Drivers in CSR Disclosure: A Focus on Reporting Practices in the Automotive Industry
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DOI: 10.1007/s10551-016-3235-2
Abstract: This work focuses on corporate social responsibility (CSR) disclosure practices of multinational corporations. Based on a longitudinal study of CSR reports of companies operating in the automotive industry, the paper offers a detailed study of… read more here.
Keywords: reporting; automotive industry; csr disclosure; study ... See more keywords
Materials for Manufacturing Automotive Industry High-Strength Fasteners
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DOI: 10.1007/s11015-020-00913-0
Abstract: The main requirements and criteria are provided in the article for selecting steels for cold bulk stamping of fasteners in the automobile industry: stamping capacity, component dimensions and configuration, the possibility of achieving the required… read more here.
Keywords: high strength; automotive industry; industry; manufacturing automotive ... See more keywords
Designing an Optimal Customer Satisfaction Model in Automotive Industry
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DOI: 10.1007/s40313-019-00503-9
Abstract: Nowadays, companies endeavor more scientific ways for customer satisfaction and compete for the quality of goods and services to meet the needs of the customers and their expectations. So the companies must be able to… read more here.
Keywords: customer; model; automotive industry; customer satisfaction ... See more keywords
Dynamic behaviour of composite adhesive joints for the automotive industry
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DOI: 10.1016/j.compstruct.2017.03.071
Abstract: Abstract The automotive industry has significantly increased the use of adhesive joints in vehicle construction, which can be explained in part by the widespread adoption of composite materials and structures. The combined use of composites… read more here.
Keywords: behaviour composite; automotive industry; composite adhesive; dynamic behaviour ... See more keywords
Recent developments in the manufacturing technologies of composite components and their cost-effectiveness in the automotive industry: A review study
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DOI: 10.1016/j.compstruct.2021.113864
Abstract: Abstract Regulations to reduce emissions and make automobiles more energy-efficient require supplemental sustainable development. Fiber-reinforced polymers (FRPs), especially those based on carbon and glass fibers, have been of interest to the automotive sector over the… read more here.
Keywords: composite manufacturing; recent developments; manufacturing technologies; automotive industry ... See more keywords
Characterization of aluminium one-component polyurethane adhesive joints as a function of bond thickness for the automotive industry: Fracture analysis and behavior
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DOI: 10.1016/j.engfracmech.2017.03.044
Abstract: Abstract The automotive industry is increasing, nowadays, its use of high performance structural adhesives in order to reduce vehicle weight and increase the crash resistance of automotive structures. One-component polyurethane adhesives are attracting rising interest… read more here.
Keywords: automotive industry; one component; component polyurethane; fracture ... See more keywords
Organisational Constraints in Data-driven Maintenance: a case study in the automotive industry
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ifacol.2020.11.015
Abstract: Technological development and innovations has been the focus of research in the field of smart maintenance, whereas there is less research regarding how maintenance organisations adapt the development. This case study focuses to understand what… read more here.
Keywords: automotive industry; driven maintenance; maintenance; data driven ... See more keywords
Improving the Quality and Productivity of Steel Wire-rope Assembly Lines for the Automotive Industry
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DOI: 10.1016/j.promfg.2017.07.214
Abstract: Abstract The automotive industry is one of the most demanding sectors in the global market, since it requires a systematic increase in productivity. In the current economic scenario, the challenges at hand are great, demanding… read more here.
Keywords: productivity; assembly lines; steel wire; automotive industry ... See more keywords