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Simultaneous engineering methods are used to speed up the development of automotive parts. CAE (Computer-Aided - Engineering) techniques have been used effectively for single part and process simulation. The effectiveness of CAE can be inproved in the simultaneous engineering process. This paper presents the lessons learned from proper implementation of CAE in this new process.

Simultaneous engineering methods are used to speed up the development of automotive parts. The resultant production part must coincide with the design intent. Techniques of validating the production part geometry are presented for a sample plastic fender. These practices are extended to future computer-imaging techniques. The capabilities desired for future automotive part validation are described.

Simultaneous engineering methods must be expanded to autyomotive suppliers. Certain techniques and procedures must be followed for successful implementation. This is very important, especially for Computer-Aided-Engineeing projects. The benefits and lessons learned from these efforts are described.

A statement of the need for an integrated Computer-Aided-Engineering plan for a global, automotive society is presented. The current level of domestic and of-shore activities are presented, along with future trends. A proposed plan is presented as a starting point for implementation.

A brief description of part creation on the computer by solids is presented. The capabilities, use, and benefits of this method in the product development cycle is given. Solid modeling as the basis for downstream C A E work and specific examples are discussed.

Process Driven Design yields proven benefits in automotive product design. The use of plastics is expanding in the automotive industry. The designer requires a knowledge of the methods of processing plastic parts. This work provides this information by giving a brief description of plastic processing techniques. Included in this is an extensive table of processing techniques and current parts fabricated by these methods. Extension of the process to future automotive products is included.

The scope of Finite Element Analysis in the Product Development Cycle is given. A brief review of the development process is given. A brief description of the analysis method is presented. A description of how it works, how is it implemented, and where do I use it are included. The entire range of questions are answered through, how do I train for it, how do I manage it, along with what are the limitations and what are the benefits of this analysis method.

The rapid advance of technical knowledge continually reduces the educational half-life of engineers. The need for continual education to protect this asset is presented. Detailed methods of acquiring continuing education are presented. A check list is given for the individual to assess the level of protection currently being acquired.

Rapid application of automotive brakes causes high temperatures with resulting thermal gradients in brake rotors. To analyze these components accurately, the inputs and heat transfer coefficients must be known. Transient thermal patterns measured on prototype parts were recorded on video tape using an infrared scanner. These surface temperature values give accurate temperatures and gradients which can be used as inputs for subsequent analysis methods. A pressure sensitive paper was also used to measure the pressure distribution on the rotor caused by flexibility in the rotor caliper, and mounting system.