Electric Vehicles and Tire Manufacturing

These flashcards cover key concepts related to carbon neutrality, electric vehicles, tire manufacturing, and suspension systems based on the provided lecture notes.

Carbon Neutrality

Balancing carbon emissions through reduction and offsets to prevent climate change.

Global Warming

Caused by excessive carbon emissions, leading to rising temperatures, melting ice caps, and extreme weather.

Electric Vehicle (EV)

A vehicle that eliminates tailpipe emissions and can be charged using renewable energy.

Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV)

A type of electric vehicle that uses batteries as the sole source of energy.

Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)

A vehicle that uses both an internal combustion engine and an electric motor.

Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV)

A vehicle that can be charged using an external power source and has both an electric motor and an internal combustion engine.

State of Charge (SOC)

The level of energy in a battery, indicating how much charge it currently holds.

Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle

A vehicle that uses hydrogen fuel cells to generate electricity to power the motor.

EVIDA Law

A law providing benefits such as exemptions from taxes and special parking for electric vehicles.

Charging Station

A location that provides equipment for charging electric vehicles.

Overinflation (Tires)

Occurs when the tire pressure exceeds the manufacturer's recommended specification, leading to abnormal tire wear.

Underinflation (Tires)

Occurs when the tire pressure is below recommended levels, causing tire deformation and increased contact with the road surface.

Proper Inflation (Tires)

When tire pressure is maintained at manufacturer's recommended levels, ensuring performance and safety.

Treadwear

A measurement of tire durability compared to a standard, indicating how well the tire lasts.

Traction Grade

A measurement of a tire's ability to stop on wet surfaces, rated as AA, A, B, or C.

Temperature Grade

Indicates the tire's resistance to heat generation under standard operating conditions.

Suspension System

A device that absorbs shocks from the road surface, providing comfort and stability to the vehicle.

Independent Suspension

A suspension design where each wheel operates independently, commonly found in passenger cars.

Macpherson Strut

A type of independent suspension system that combines the shock absorber and spring into one unit.

Multi-Link Suspension

A complex suspension system using multiple links to support each wheel, providing improved shock absorption.

Tire Load Index

A numerical code that indicates the maximum load a tire can support.

Tubeless Tire

A tire designed without an inner tube, relying on an inner liner to maintain inflation.

BIA (Bias) vs. Radial

Classification of tires based on cord layer arrangement, with radial tires offering advantages in durability and heat generation.