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2007 REVIEW
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Day 3 - October 26 2007
As Vehicle Dynamics Expo North America drew to a close, exhibitors and visitors alike reflected on an extremely successful first show.
Here’s a selection of their comments:
“It’s high time we had an exhibition on vehicle dynamics here in the USA, and I think it’s going to be a tremendous success. I didn’t expect to be speaking to an overflow crowd” Gene Lukianov, core vehicle dynamics, Chrysler LLC
“The forums have been very well attended. I’ve been impressed by the number of people who’ve come along, and there’s a nice atmosphere among the exhibitors” Nick Jones, chassis division, Delphi
“We’ve had people from Ford and GM stop by. It’s good that both Vehicle Dynamics Expo and Automotive Testing Expo are under one roof” Rob Bauer, program engineer, Waukesha Tool & Stamping
“People at this show are more focused on vehicle dynamics than elsewhere” Jesper Slattengren, engineering services, Pratt & Miller
“It’s a place where all of the suppliers are in one spot. The fact that there are technical people here as well as sales people is an advantage for me because I can get some of the answers I need right away” Chaz Polce, NVH engineer, Dana
“As a vehicle dynamicist, it’s very relevant to my work. I’ve attended a very interesting presentation, the exhibitors have a good combination of testing and analysis work, and it’s only a 20-minute drive from my workplace” John Carriere, vehicle dynamics center, GM Milford Proving Ground
“We’ve had some top-notch people come by the booth” Jeff Gammons, marketing, ArvinMeritor
“I believe that the Vehicle Dynamics Expo was an excellent success and will keep growing as time goes on. We have not had such a networking opportunity for vehicle dynamics experts ever before. Thanks for setting it up in the USA.”
Gene Lukianov, Core Dynamics Manager, Chrysler LLC
Day 2 - October 25 2007
It’s been a very busy second day at Vehicle Dynamics Expo North America, with lots of new technologies on show to interest the many visitors from OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers.
Although it is a relative newcomer to the dynamics arena, Maplesoft is already looking to the next generation of its real-time DynaFlexPro modeling software. Scheduled for launch in Q2 of 2008, the product will add mechatronic, hydraulic and electronic chassis components to the dynamics model. Work is also underway on a brand-new user interface.
At Trelleborg, booth representatives were keen to talk about the latest low-friction rubber that is being used for sway bar mounts. The new material – a polymer blend developed by Trelleborg in France – reduces noise and cost, and increases fatigue life. “There’s been a lot of interest in our products because consumers increasingly want a smooth ride," said Ryan Krieger, product engineer at Trelleborg.
K&C test specialist Morse Measurements is getting more work from OEMs to complement its NASCAR business. Sharing Morse’s stand at the show is Raetech, which has developed an innovative, programmable amplifier. The small, add-on SG Amp makes it easier to calibrate sensors and can increase the resolution of a gauge across the specific area the client wants to measure. A programming board will allow it to be reconfigured by the customer when required, while temperature compensation is also built in.
Day 1 - October 24 2007
The eagerly awaited Vehicle Dynamics Expo North America has opened its doors for the first time at the Rock Financial Showplace, Novi, MI.
From the very first presentation, it was standing-room only at the Bosch-sponsored Open Technology Forum. Speakers from Chrysler LLC and GM got the Forum off to a fantastic start as they addressed the packed audience of dynamics engineers.
Exhibitor news on the first day included that from Columbus, Ohio-based SEA Ltd, which was delighted to report the recent installation of an innovative Vehicle Inertia Measurement Facility (VIMF) at GM Daewoo’s technical center in Incheon, Korea.
Elsewhere, tolerance ring specialist Rencol had received a dozen leads in the first hour alone, while Bosch’s extensive participation in the show was also gathering pace. The vehicle dynamics management technologies showcased at the German company’s booth include two that build on the functionality of ESP: Dynamic Steering Angle Control, which modifies the front steering to improve stability and decrease braking distance, and Dynamic Wheel Torque Control (as seen on the 2008MY BMW X5), which increases engine torque and lightly brakes a wheel to aid cornering. The two subjects were also covered by a well-received presentation at the Forum.
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