Variable Power Vehicle Dynamics Model for Estimating Truck Accelerations

This paper introduces the concept of a linearly increasing variable power to the basic vehicle dynamics model that has been proposed in the literature. The paper also calibrates the model to typical truck classifications 8-10 that travel along interstate highways in the United States. The proposed e...

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Published in:Journal of transportation engineering 2002-09, Vol.128 (5), p.412-419
Main Authors: Rakha, Hesham, Lucic, Ivana
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Applied sciences
Exact sciences and technology
Ground, air and sea transportation, marine construction
Highway transportation
Road transportation and traffic
TECHNICAL PAPERS
Trucks
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Summary:This paper introduces the concept of a linearly increasing variable power to the basic vehicle dynamics model that has been proposed in the literature. The paper also calibrates the model to typical truck classifications 8-10 that travel along interstate highways in the United States. The proposed enhancement is demonstrated to result in significant improvements in vehicle performance curves, especially at low speeds when vehicles are engaged in gearshifts.
ISSN:0733-947X
1943-5436
DOI:10.1061/(ASCE)0733-947X(2002)128:5(412)