Metal-Polymer-Metal composites in automotive application
In modern electric and hybrid vehicles, there is a strong focus on the development of low vehicle weight. Apart from the powertrain and the battery, the body is a main contributing factor. This weight reduction can be achieved by the complete or combined use of lightweight materials such as composites, aluminum, zinc and other high strength steel instead of traditional steel.
Modal analysis of MPM composite beam
(Image: TH Köln)
Metal-Polymer-Metal composite sheets are already being used in the car body construction, with the emphasis on low weight and vibration properties. In a joint research project with the University of Deusto, the vibration properties of such materials are to be analyzed.
At a Glance
| Category | Description |
|---|---|
| Research project | Model capable of representing the strain influence on the dynamic properties of viscoelastic structures for the automotive sector |
| Management | Prof. Dr. Rainer Haas |
| Faculty | Faculty of Automotive Systems and Production |
| Institute | Institute of Automotive Engineering |
| Partners | Prof. María Jesús Elejabarrieta, Prof. Dr. Jon García Barruetabeña |
| Poster | Poster [EN] More (pdf, 277 KB) |