Handbook of Automotive Body Construction and Design Analysis

Exploring the link between design and construction

The Handbook of Automotive Body Construction and Design Analysis provides detailed guidance on all aspects of design feasibility and pre-construction checks. Examination of body design as it related to construction techniques is a critical step in bringing concepts to market, and this book provides essential guidance on topics including structural design, fabrication techniques, material, finishing, safety considerations, and more. Examples a case studies provide real-world context, and expert insight provides value to readers in any automotive setting. Body fabrication, jointing and assembly

Panel cutting and forming

Body finishing and hardware manufacture

Polymer sytems

Metallic materials

Structure design - applying classic theory

Open/closed structures

Safety under impact

Occupant protection/restraint

NVH

Structural applications.

John Fenton is an experienced auto motive engineer and author who has drawn upon his vast knowledge of automotive design to produce a truly impressive source of information for all those involved in the automotive industry.