Super Light Car—lightweight construction thanks to a multi-material design and function integration

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Authors

Martin Goede · Volkswagen Group (United States)

Marc Stehlin · Volkswagen Group (United States)

Lukas Rafflenbeul · Volkswagen Group (United States)

Gundolf Kopp · Deutsches Zentrum für Luft- und Raumfahrt e. V. (DLR)

Elmar Beeh · Deutsches Zentrum für Luft- und Raumfahrt e. V. (DLR)

Abstract

Abstract The Super Light Car (SLC) project is one of the most important research projects in the European Community for automotive lightweight construction with a multi-material approach. The paper shows the motivation and objective for a front structure designed with a light multi-material-mix.

Topics & Keywords

Mechanical Engineering and Vibrations Research Manufacturing Process and Optimization Cellular and Composite Structures

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Industry, innovation and infrastructure

Publication Details

Published in: European Transport Research Review

Volume 1, Issue 1, pp. 5-10

DOI: 10.1007/s12544-008-0001-2

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