Short course/CPD

Military Vehicle Propulsion (MVP)*

 

Course date: 05 Nov 2012  - 09 Nov 2012

Course overview

Entry requirements: Background in science or engineering

Course duration: Military Vehicle Propulsion Part 1:  5 Days

                                Military Vehicle Propulsion Part 2:  5 Days

Frequency/dates: One per year  Part 1   5-9 Nov 12

                                                        Part 2  12-16 Nov 12

 
Location
Course fee:

£1600 (tuition only) Part 1

£1600 (tuition only) Part 2

How to register

To register for this course download an application form, complete and return it to:

Mrs Jenny Goff.
Course Co-ordinator

Faculty Services
Cranfield University
Defence Academy College of Management and Technology
Shrivenham, Swindon,
SN6 8LA, UK


T: +44 (0) 1793 314902
E: jgoff.cu@da.mod.uk
F: +44 (0)01793 314901

Further information

Course description

This is a two week module: the first week will cover the fundamentals of the performance of the military vehicle, while the second week will provide a deeper understanding to enable students to undertake critical evaluation and assessment of the vehicle.

 

Week 1: Military Vehicle Propulsion Part 1

This course introduces the vehicle systems that provide its propulsion and is designed to compliments the Military Vehicle Dynamics Module. All aspects of the powertrain are covered, as are the various performance attributes it influences. This provides a comprehensive study at a level which is readily assimilated by those with a background in science or engineering.

The first week of the course covers the following subjects:

 - Terramechanics - types of soil, vehicle - ground interaction.

 - Drivelines - Wheeled vehicles.

 - Gearboxes - Manual, Automatic, Variable and Automated Manual ('DSG/ASG')

 - Tracked Vehicle Transmissions

 - Engines for Military Vehicles

 - Vehicle Performance.

The students will receive a series of lectures, supported by examples and tutorials. There will also be an opportunity to discuss and investigate the vehicle examples and hardware held within the equipment halls at the college.

 

Week 2: Military Vehicle Propulsion Part 2

This week continues the discussion on the powertrain of the vehicle and also allows students to analyse the impact of design changes on the final performance. The subjects covered, which build on week one include:

 - Vehicle Performance Prediction

 - Terrain Accessibility and Cross Country Performance

 - Gear Ratio and Transmission Matching

 - Launch performance - Clutches and Torque Converters

 - Hybrid technologies for Military Vehicles

 - Vehicle Simulation

 - Design Trade-offs

 

The approach taken to the work during this second week is more 'hands-on' for the students and the timetable includes a number of case studies and exercises to reinforce the teaching material.

These courses are modules on the MSc Courses in Military Vehicle Technology and Weapon Vehicle Systems, and hence will be taught at MSc level.