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Overview
What you will learn
On completion of this Military Vehicle Dynamics course offered by Cranfield University you should be able to:
- describe the elements and systems that form the vehicle chassis and give typical examples for military and civilian vehicles,
- demonstrate using simplified vehicle dynamic models a fundamental understanding of ride and handling,
- evaluate the performance of suspension systems and components for tracked and wheeled vehicles both theoretically and experimentally,
- demonstrate an understanding of the practical issues involved in the design of military and civilian vehicles when considering the ride and handling,
- critically evaluate proposed chassis designs and modifications in relation to ride and handling.
Programme Structure
The program focuses on:
- ride
- human response to vibration (HRV),
- terrain modelling,
- suspension types, selection and design for military vehicles,
- modelling, simulation and testing of suspension systems and components, this includes transient, frequency random response,
- spring and damper types, selection and characteristics,
- effects of noise
- handling
- tyres for military and civilian vehicles and their behaviour,
- wheeled and tracked vehicles at low and high speed including steady state and transient response.
- vehicle testing
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 10 days
Start dates & application deadlines
You can apply for and start this programme anytime.
More details
- Please enquire for course dates
Language
English
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Military Science View 23 other Short Courses in Military Science in United KingdomAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
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Other requirements
General requirements
- This course is aimed at young engineers who are starting a career in the motor industry and managers who need to have an appreciation of vehicle dynamics, and have an appropriate degree or experience.
Tuition Fee
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International
3850 GBP/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 3850 GBP for the full programme during 10 days. -
National
3850 GBP/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 3850 GBP for the full programme during 10 days.
- £4,700 - Short Course for Credit fee
- £3,850 - Standalone Short Course fee
Living costs for Cranfield
700 - 1300 GBP /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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