NASA derived technology already in use in the automotive industry include: (1) developments in electronics design, computer systems, and quality control methods for line testing of cars and trucks; (2) a combustion analysis computer program for automotive engine research and development; (3) an infrared scanner and television display for analyzing tire design and performance, and for studying the effects of heat on the service life of V-belts, shock mounts, brakes, and rubber bearings; (4) exhaust gas analyzers for trouble shooting and emissions certification; (5) a device for reducing noise from trucks; and (6) a low cost test vehicle for measuring highway skid resistance. Services offered by NASA to facilitate access to its technology are described.
Making Aerospace Technology Work for the Automotive Industry, Introduction
1978
11 pages
Report
No indication
English
Astronautics , Road Transportation , Research Program Administration & Technology Transfer , Aerospace engineering , Automobiles , Government/industry relations , Systems engineering , Technology utilization , Automatic test equipment , Engine tests , Exhaust gases , NASA programs , Quality control , Technology transfer , Tires
Making Aerospace Technology Work for the Automotive Industry-Introduction
SAE Technical Papers | 1978
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Automotive engineering | 1978
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