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	Choose course subject from specializations below ! Engineering Mathematics and Physics Structural Engineering Irrigation & Hydraulics Public Works Architecture Urban Planing Power & Electrical Machines Electronics & Communication Engineering Computers & Systems Engineering Design & Production Engineering Mechanical Power Engineering Automotive Engineering Humanity Courses Automotive Engineering MEA 311 Automotive Engineering (1) _{3rd Year: Mechanical Engineering - Automotive (Cont.) Hrs/Week: [(3+2) + (3+2)] Marks:[(90+35+0) + (90+35+0)] = 250} Course Contents Pneumatic tires: Tire forces and moments, Rolling resistance of tires, Tractive effort, Tire radii, Cornering properties. Brake systems: Types and function of brakes, Vehicle deceleration and stopping distance, Torque analysis of disc brake, Torque analysis of drum brake, Requirement of braking systems. Steering systems: Steering linkages, Construction of steering systems ackermann principle, Steering geometry errors steering gear ratio. Traction dynamics of vehicles: Road resistance, Traction and tractive effort, Road performance curves equation of motion, Dynamic performance certificate, Acceleration time and distance grodability and overtaking. References: Artmonov, M.D., Motor Vehicle, Fundamentals and Design, MIR Publisher, 1976. Thomas Gillespie, Fundamentals of Vehicle Dynamics, SAE, 1992. Wong, J.Y., Theory of Ground Vehicles, John Wiley and Sons, 1993. Automotive Handbook, Bosch, 4th Ed., 1998. MEA 312 Pneumatic & Hydraulic Systems _{3rd Year: Mechanical Engineering - Automotive (2nd Term)Hrs/Week: [(0+0) + (2+2)] Marks:[(0+0+0) + (70+30+0)] = 100} Course Contents Hydraulic systems: Constant displacement pumps, Outer and inner vane pumps, Outer and inner gear pumps, Variable displacement pumps, Piston pumps, Eccentric plate pumps, Pumps control systems: Systems efficiency, Hydraulic circuits types, Power losses at opening and closing also at partial load, Total efficiency for system and the control of speed at loading, The control of constant displacement pumps, Hydraulic motor: High speed motors, High torque and low speed, High and average displacement with high torque and low speed. Hydraulic transmission: Hydraulic system efficiency, Different application and control. Pneumatic systems: Air valves, Braking valves, Braking stopping valves, Vehicle loading sensor valves, Pressure measurements valves, Air pressure regulators, Safety valves air drying, Air cushion vehicle systems and performance studying. References: Pneumatic and Hydraulic Systems, Bosch Publications, SAE, 1994. MEA 321 Automotive Design (1) _{3rd Year: Mechanical Engineering - Automotive (Cont.) Hrs/Week: [(4+3) + (4+3)] Marks:[(125+50+0) + (125+50+0)] = 350} Course Contents Classification of springs, Design of coil springs: Stresses, Deflection, Check on buckling , fatigue and natural frequency. Leaf springs: Stresses, Deflection, Neutral layer, Spring capacity. Torsion bar: Stresses, Equivalent stiffness, Design of rigid axle beam and king pin Independent suspensions, Design of double wishbone and Mcpherson suspensions. Bearings: Design of sliding, Ball and roller bearings. Relation between load and life. Drum and Disc brakes: Mechanical advantage, Assisted brake systems. Introduction to chassis design, Chassis types. Belts: Stresses, Design, Load carrying capacity, Pulleys, Shafts, Rivets, Clutches: Axial spring clutch and diaphragm clutch, Axial and damping springs, Design, of springs. Shaft, Splines, Rivets, Levers. Hydraulic coupling, Gears: Spur, Helical, Worm, Bevel. Gearbox: Gear ratios, Torque distribution, Shifts, Synchronizer, Shafts, Bearings. References: Lukin, P., Gasparyants, G. and Radionov, V., Automobile Chassis Design and Calculations, MIR Publisher, Moscow, 1989. Limpert, R., Brake Design and Safety, Society of Automotive Engineers, Inc., 1992. MEA 322 Aerodynamics of Road Vehicles _{3rd Year: Mechanical Engineering - Automotive Hrs/Week: [(0+0) + (2+1)] Marks: [(0+0+0) + (50+25+0)] = 75} Course Contents Aerodynamics forces and moments: Air flow over the exterior of the vehicle body and through the vehicle interior, Nature of the resultant aerodynamic forces due to air flow. Normal pressure and sheer stress, Viscosity property of air. Separation of air flow lines over the vehicle body. Flow properties: Pressure distribution and vortex systems. Air lift on vehicle: Ground effects, Reduction of air lift through vehicle body styling and utilization of air spoilers, Auxiliary means. Effects of aerodynamic forces on vehicle performance: Speed, Rate of fuel consumption, Acceleration, Handling, Braking, Longitudinal, Lateral and yaw moments. Design of scaled models and aerodynamic testing, Ideal vehicle body shape, Reduction of air resistance via increasing the air pressure in the wake regions, Principles of aerodynamic force analysis and its effects on the vehicle. References: Dorgham, M. A., Impact of Aerodynamics on Vehicle Design, U. K. Inderscience Enterprises Ltd., 1983. Hucho, W. H., Aerodynamics of Road Vehicles, London, Butterworths, 1987. MEA 341 Automotive Engines & Fuel _{3rd Year: Mechanical Engineering - Automotive (Cont.) Hrs/Week: [(3+2) + (4+3)] Marks:[(90+30+0) + (90+30+60)] = 300} Course Contents Classification of internal combustion engines, Working cycles, Standard air cycles, Standard air and fuel cycles, Combustion in spark ignition engines, Combustion periods, Ignition points, Flammability limits, Detonation, Different parameters affecting combustion delay, Flame propagation, Pressure rise, Combustion chambers. Combustion in compression ignition engines, Combustion periods, Knocking, Combustion chambers. Friction and lubrication, Lubrication system, Lubricating oil and additives properties, Oil consumption, Oil filters. Engine cooling, Heat transfer, Temperature of different engine parts, Cooling calculations, Comparison between different cooling systems. Supercharging of spark ignition and compression ignition engines, Purpose, Different types of supercharging performance of supercharged engines, Limit of supercharging and engine modifications. Testing and performance: performance characteristics and basic measurements (speed, fuel consumption, exhaust emissions, brake power and engine map). Fuel management, Fuel requirement at different operating conditions. Spark ignition and compression ignition fuel calibration. Electronic injection. Testing o injection systems. References: Heywood, N.T., Fundamentals of Internal Combustion Engines, McGraw Hill Pub., 1992. Rogowski Tata, Elements of Internal Combustion Engines, Mars Publishing House, 1995. Ireland, G.E., Wads, W., Automotive Fuel, Ignition and Emission Control Systems, Mars Publishing House, 1996. MEA 361 Automotive Measurements _{3rd Year: Mechanical Engineering - Automotive (2nd Term)Hrs/Week: [(0+0) + (2+2)] Marks:[(0+0+0) + (70+30+0)] = 100} Course Contents Introduction for measuring, Different phenomena and measuring of each phenomena. Measuring of: Pressure, Temperature, Linear and rotation speed, Volt, Current, Resistance, Acceleration, Weight, Force, Torque, Strain, Stress, Fuel consumption, Calibration, Static and dynamic measuring, Sensors, Curve fitting, Errors and its probability, Transducers, Analysis and recording of measure, Monitoring description of measuring instruments. Degree of measuring instrument, Application on automotive. References: Hiller, V. A. W., Fundamentals of Motor Vehicle Technology, Arnold, Hodder Headline Group, 1991. Heinz Heisler, Vehicle and Engine Technology, Arnold, Hodder Headline Group, 1999. MEA 371 Pollution from Vehicles _{3rd Year: Mechanical Engineering - Automotive Hrs/Week: [(0+0) + (2+1)] Marks: [(0+0+0) + (50+25+0)] = 75} Course Contents Sources of pollution: Exhaust gas, Types of pollution and their effect on lumen health. Methods of measurement: Carbon monoxide, Nitrogen oxides, Hydrocarbons, Sulphur oxides, Lead compounds. Effect of engine performance characteristics on pollutants levels in both diesel and petrol engines, (operating condition, ignition and injection timings, air fuel ratio, fuel gradients), Engine design (combustion chambers, swirl, injectors, exhaust muffler, methods of pollutant reduction from exhaust gas). Sources of noise emitted from vehicles: Engines, Mufflers, Tires, Side effect of exposure to noise, Noise measurement noise reduction. Vapors: Sources of pollution by vapors: Fuel tank, Engine crank case. References: Strehlow, R.A., Combustion Fundamentals, McGraw Hill, Mars Publishing House, 1992. Ireland, G.E., Wads, W., Automotive Fuel, Ignition and Emission Control Systems, Mars Publishing House, 1996. MEA 411 Automotive Theory (2) _{4th Year: Mechanical Engineering - Automotive (Cont.) Hrs/Week: [(3+2) + (3+2)] Marks:[(90+35+0) + (90+35+0)] = 250} Course Contents Dynamic performance of commercial vehicles: Buses, Truck trailer, Semi trailer, Fuel economy. Performance of hydrodynamic transmission and automatic gearbox. Braking performance of commercial vehicles: Theory of anti-blocking braking system. Dynamic performance of off- road vehicles: Soil mechanics and its effects on the vehicle interaction forces, Internal resistances, Road resistance, Thrust slip performance, Drawbar performance, Four wheel drive, Limited slip differential. Vehicle ride characteristics: Human response to vibration and the ISO standards, Vehicle body vibration modes, Analytical ride models, Oscillation centers, Road profile as a random excitation source, Ride comfort criteria. Handling characteristics of road vehicles: Definitions of neutral, Under steering, Over steering, Steady and transient responses to steering wheel and other inputs, Testing of handling characteristics, Directional stability of vehicle motion. Simulation models for the directional behaviour of a tractor semitrailer. Four wheel steering. Steering of tracked vehicles. References: Ellis, J. R., Vehicle Dynamics, London, England, 1969. Wong, J. Y.and Bekker, M. G., Terrain Vehicle System Analysis, Canada, 1985. Wong, J. Y., Theory of Ground Vehicles, Prentice Hall, 1994. MEA 421 Automotive Design (2) _{4th Year: Mechanical Engineering - Automotive (Cont.) Hrs/Week: [(2+2) + (2+2)] Marks:[(70+30+0) + (70+30+0)] = 200} Course Contents Cylinders block: Design factors, Cylinder liner types (wet and dry) mechanical and thermal stresses and liner installation, Used material specification, Cylinder head: Design factors, Charge and exhaust tracks, Mechanical and thermal stresses, Solution by using fixed ends plates theory, Simple loading plates theory, Leakage prevent in combustion chamber, Piston group: Design factors, Piston types (gasoline engine, diesel engine), Stresses due to ovalization shape, Thermal stresses. Connecting rod: Design factors, Connecting rod types (gasoline engine, diesel engine) connecting rod kinematics and inertia forces, Stresses on thin rings. Valves: Design factors, Cam sbape, Forces analysis on different parts. Crankshaft: Design factors, Lubricant effect on bearing, Crankshaft balaning. References: Khovakh, I., Motor Vehicle Engines, MIR Publisher, 1972. MEA 431 Maintenance Engineering & Garage Planning _{4th Year: Mechanical Engineering - Automotive (Cont.) Hrs/Week: [(4+2) + (4+2)] Marks:[(100+25+0) + (100+25+50)] = 300} Course Contents Maintenance: Test required to evaluate engine performance: Compression test, Vacuum test, Leakage test, Homogeneity test, By pass gases test and exhaust gas analysis. Periodic maintenance: Fault diagnosis and testing for the following aggregates: Fuel systems components (fuel tank, fuel pump, fuel filters, air filter, carburettor, … etc), Ignition systems (conventional and electronic) ignition coil, Distributor, circuits, Spark plugs, Charging system (battery, dynamos, alternators, cut-out, voltage and current regulators, starting systems (starting motors and its auxiliaries), Braking systems, Steering systems, Tiers. Garage planning: Workshop planning, Technology of maintenance processes, Calculation of manhour, Required for achieving maintenance and repair working. Repairing of different processes and equipment required. Assignment of labourites, Evaluation of auxiliary workshop surface area, Optimum planning of the workshop, Maintenance schedules. Maintenance economy, Planning of maintenance resources and management storage. References: Jams, A., Johnsen, Automotive Diagnosis and Tune- Up, McGraw Hill Book Co., 1972. Ivan, D.H., Inerman, Automotive Engine Repair, G bencoc Publishing Comp. Inc., 1979. Robert, N., Brady, Electrical and Electronic Systems for Automobiles and Trucks, McGraw Hill Book Co., 1986. Martin, W., Stokel, Auto- Service and Repair, McGraw Hill Book Co., 1991. MEA 441 Analysis of Car Accidents _{4th Year: Mechanical Engineering - Automotive Hrs/Week: [(2+1) + (0+0)] Marks: [(50+25+0) + (0+0+0)] = 75} Course Contents Motion: Definitions, Kinetics, Kinematics and dynamics. Impulse, Momentum and drill. Impact: Direct central impact, Oblique central impact, Eccentric impact. Coefficient of restitution, Momentum conservation, Energy conservation. Methods of estimation of V accident. Analysis methods: Trajectory analysis and damage analysis. Automotive simulation methods and software: Accident reconstruction techniques, Measuring equipments, Method of simulation, Available softwares. References: Artmonov, M.D., Motor Vehicle, Fundamentals and Design, MIR Publisher, 1976. Automotive Handbook, Bosch, 4th Ed., 1998. MEA 451 Vehicle Automatic Control Systems _{4th Year: Mechanical Engineering - Automotive (1st Term)Hrs/Week: [(2+2) + (0+0)] Marks:[(70+30+0) + (0+0+0)] = 100} Course Contents Introduction to automotive control systems: History, Examples of automotive control systems. Modelling of dynamic systems, State space representation. Mathematical modelling of physical systems (mechanical and electrical) basic control actions, Hydraulic and pneumatic controller, Antilock brake systems, Crash avoidance systems, Smart air bags, Vehicle dynamic control, Anti slip control, Navigation system, Active and semi-active suspension. Automatic gear box control, Traction control system, Restraint system electronics. References: Ogata, K., Modern Control Engineering, 3rd Ed., Prentice Hall International, Inc., 1997. MEA 452 Brake Systems _{4th Year: Mechanical Engineering - Automotive Hrs/Week: [(2+1) + (0+0)] Marks: [(50+25+0) + (0+0+0)] = 75} Course Contents Braking systems: Service braking, Parking barking, Hydraulic retarder, Exhaust braking and electrodynamics retarders, Brake circuit configurations, Braking systems for passenger cars, Braking systems for commercial vehicles, Air brake system, Air compressors, Pressure regulators, Control device, Transmission device, Air dryers, Brake valves, Anti lock brake systems for passenger car. References: Robert Bosch Co-Operation, Bosch Technical Instruction Series: Compressed Air Brake Systems: Symbols, 4th Ed., 1998. Robert Bosch Co-Operation, Bosch Technical Instruction Series: Compressed Air Brake Systems: Equipment, 4th Ed., 1998. Robert Bosch Co-Operation, Bosch Technical Instruction Series: Compressed Air Brake Systems Schematic Diagrams, 4th Ed., 1998. Robert Scharff, Complete Brake Systems, Published by Delmar Publishers, Inc., 1998. MEA 453 Simulation of Vehicle Systems _{4th Year: Mechanical Engineering - Automotive Hrs/Week: [(2+1) + (0+0)] Marks: [(50+25+0) + (0+0+0)] = 75} Course Contents Principles of vehicle simulation, Importance of vehicle simulation, Simulation of chassis under static and dynamic loading. Simulation of vehicle systems: Suspension, Braking steering, Safety, … etc. Matching of the vehicle systems. Interaction of the vehicle performance with road conditions. Simulation of the vehicle tests. Evaluation of the simulation process. References: Simulation Software Packages, ALGOR, CARSIM, ARCSIM, TRUCKSIM, ADAMS, . MEA 461 Automotive of Vehicle Systems _{4th Year: Mechanical Engineering - Automotive Hrs/Week: [(0+0) + (2+1)] Marks: [(0+0+0) + (50+25+0)] = 75} Course Contents Application of electronics in modern cars, Integrated circuits: Applications in modern cars, Sensors and their signal processing, Display technologies, Information technology, Technology of using software in engine control, Instrument used in electronic measurements, Electronic used on car engines, Electronic ignition, Triggering box of different ignition systems (transistorized, hole effect induction pulse generator, capacitive barge … ), Electronic injection systems, Electronic systems in car chassis, Automatic transmission, Antilock brake system, Wheel anti ship systems, Differential lock system, Electronically controlled steering. Crash avoiding systems: Front sensing road obstacle detection, Audio, Visual driver warning electronically controlled suspension, Air conditioning control system. References: Harper and Row, Automotive Electrical Systems, Check Chart Automotive Series, 1978. Automotive Electric and Electronic Systems, , By Robert Bosch, 1988. James, E., Duffy, Auto Electricity, Electronics, Computers, The Good Heart- Willcox Co., Inc., 1989. Ronald Jurgen, Automotive Electronics Handbook, McGraw Hill Book Co., 1994. د. محسن محمد مرسى عثمان, "الأنظمة الاليكترونية الحديثة فى السيارات" الجزء الأول, كلية الهندسة- جامعة الاسكندرية, 1995. MEA 471 Vehicle Manufacture _{4th Year: Mechanical Engineering - Automotive Hrs/Week: [(0+0) + (2+1)] Marks: [(0+0+0) + (50+25+0)] = 75} Course Contents Manufacturing and assembly processes: Welding, Riviting, Metal forming, Painting, Molding, Electrical connections. Assembly lines: Engine, Chassis, Power train systems, Brakes, Suspension, Steering. Design of production lines and calculation of each station and man hours. Quality control and inspection. Testing of the final product. Economics of manufacturing and assembly: Site selection, Area required Transportation costs. References: Hiller, V. A. W., Fundamentals of Motor Vehicle Technology, Arnold, Hodder Headline Group, 1991. Heinz Heisler, Vehicle and Engine Technology, Arnold, Hodder Headline Group, 1999. MEA 499 Project _{4th Year: Mechanical Engineering - Automotive (Cont.)Hrs/Week: [(0+4) + (0+4)] Marks:[(0+50+0) + (0+50+100)] = 200} Course Contents The student deals with the analysis and design of a complete engineering system using the fundamentals, Principles and skills he gained during his study. The project's report presented by the student should include the details of the analysis and design satisfying the concerned code requirements, The computer applications as well as the experimental work when necessary, in addition to the technical engineering drawing of his design. Throughout the project report and at oral the exam, The student should prove his complete understanding of the elements of the project and his capability to apply them in his future engineering career. References: Selected References, Scientific Papers, Research Reports, Manuals, Catalogues, Software Packages.

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