@article{1434692,
      recid = {1434692},
      author = {Hilgers, Michael, and Achenbach, Wilfried,},
      title = {Transmissions and drivetrain design /},
      pages = {1 online resource (x, 55 pages) :},
      abstract = {The aim of this work, consisting of 9 individual,  self-contained booklets, is to describe commercial vehicle  technology in a way that is clear, concise and  illustrative. Compact and easy to understand, it provides  an overview of the technology that goes into modern  commercial vehicles. Starting from the customer's  fundamental requirements, the characteristics and systems  that define the design of the vehicles are presented  knowledgeably in a series of articles, each of which can be  read and studied on their own. This volume, Transmissions  and Drivetrain Design, begins with an explanation of how  driving resistance and the engine characteristics factor  into the configuration of the transmission and transmission  ratios. The transmission and its associated assemblies are  presented in detail, providing a clear understanding for  training and practical applications. Other components of  the drivetrain such as the propeller shaft, the clutch and  the retarder are also discussed. Content Transmissions and  drivetrain design.- Transmission.- The clutch.- Propeller  shaft(s).- Retarders.- Comprehension questions.-  Abbreviations and symbols. The target groups Participants  in master classes and those studying individual aspects of  commercial vehicle technology Professors and lecturers  instructing in the field of commercial vehicle technology  Consultants and experts who need background knowledge and  technical expertise regarding commercial vehicle technology  Personnel working in the commercial vehicle technology or  supply industry who are assigned to a new work area Cost  planners and logistics companies The Authors Dr. Michael  Hilgers is currently director of the testing center at  BFDA, a Foton Daimler truck joint venture in China. Before  that he was head of different development departments in  Commercial Vehicle Development at Mercedes-Benz Trucks. Dr.  Wilfried Achenbach has worked in the automotive industry  for over 30 years. Recently he retired as Head of  Development at Daimler Trucks North America.},
      url = {http://library.usi.edu/record/1434692},
      doi = {https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-662-60850-0},
}