Military Ground Vehicle Propulsion Systems

Overview

The aim of this course is to enable graduate engineers, concerned with armoured fighting vehicles (AFVs), to understand and appreciate the principles behind different engine technologies & power transmission components that may be encountered in those vehicles. The course will also review the terramechanics associated with the off-road mobility of the AFVs. The course is intended for both civilian and military staffs with responsibilities for ground platforms (both wheeled and tracked fighting vehicles).

Learning objectives

– Categorise and appraise the elements and systems that form the vehicle powertrain and chassis, giving typical examples for military vehicles

– Analyse the fundamentals of engine and transmission design principles and relate them to the preference of diesel engines in military applications

– Analyse the interaction between the vehicle and different ground types and interpret the results in relation to its mobility and performance

– Evaluate the requirements for a military vehicle in relation to its means of propulsion systems and produce a clear and concise report on the outcome