Research
Predicting the Failure of Elastomeric Engine Mounts in Service
Funding source(s): | Hyundai Motor Company |
| Start: 01-06-2013 / End: 31-05-2014 |
| Amount: £64,325 |
A typical automotive engine is supported by three separate mounting systems in most modern vehicles. These devices have very demanding requirements as they are subjected to high temperatures, large strains and high frequency excitation. This project examined the interaction of various different mechanical, thermal and chemical degradation mechanisms with the aim of creating a more realistic accelerated ageing testing technique as well as more accurate models to predict the behaviour of real components in service.