Sentences with phrase «torsional body rigidity»

Based off of Honda's Civic platform, the ILX gains ride comfort and handling advantages through many refinements, the first being increased torsional body rigidity (18 percent in front, 11 percent in the rear).

Unlike traditional truck offerings which utilize body - on - frame construction, the 2017 Ridgeline's unitized body construction provides for vastly superior torsional body rigidity with lower weight, which directly benefits driving performance, fuel efficiency and efficient interior packaging.

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The Italian manufacturer also didn't release what, exactly, it had done to decrease the overall weight compared to the outgoing California T. «Thanks to the extensive use of modern production technologies, all the chassis and body - in - white components have been redesigned with a consequent reduction in weight despite an increase in torsional rigidity,» said the automaker in its release.

And while BMW claims that the torsional rigidity of this new convertible body is up 40 per cent on the old 3 - series Convertible's, with the roof down there is still a very noticeable shimmy that resonates through the car on bumpy roads.

Rear - hinged coach doors enable a more graceful passenger entry and exit and contribute to the body's torsional rigidity, by allowing an uninterrupted A-pillar.

The engine sits 19 mm lower in the Rapide S's body, improving agility, while torsional rigidity is upped too.

The Targa is based on the Cabriolet model with modifications made to the body - in - white around the B - pillar to accept the roll hoop, which does add some torsional rigidity.

Extensive use of aluminium in the Cayman's body structure means a 40 per cent increase in torsional rigidity and a decrease in kerbweight of up to 30 kg, the Cayman S down to 1310 kg.

In addition, a specially contoured aluminum rollbar (underneath the black or carbon fiber «halo») provides mounting points for the new rear decklid, while unique upper body brackets and a high - strength steel engine compartment cross beam maximize torsional rigidity.

of torque (10 percent increase), with better fuel economy and increased refinement 6,000 - mile maintenance schedule for all gasoline engines Improved steering linkage for 4x4 models Trailer Sway Control added to available Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPM) system available 2007 MODEL YEAR YES ® Essentials Stain resistant, odor resistant, anti-static seat fabric incorporated into vehicles with cloth seats Power accessory delay E85 compatible 4.7 - liter V - 8 engine (Flexible Fuel Vehicle — FFV) Optional Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Optional remote start One - touch, three - blink lane change feature 2006 MODEL YEAR Multi-displacement System (MDS) on 5.7 - liter engine is a fully functioning cylinder deactivation system on a pickup truck (first for segment) and enables fuel economy improvements of up to 20 percent Variable Line Pressure (VLP) feature on four - speed automatic transmission (mated with 3.7 - liter V - 6 engine) results in improved fuel economy and smoother shifts Front - axle disconnect system (standard on 4x4 models) minimizes energy consumption and improves fuel economy NV244 full - time electric transfer case standard on all 4x4 models delivers 45/55 front / rear torque split when four - wheel drive is activated Optional all - wheel - drive electronic transfer case «Tow / haul» feature provides crisper shifts and reduces gear searching when towing Re-engineered hydroformed, fully boxed frame with increased torsional rigidity and bending stiffness for enhanced ride and handling capability and reduced transfer of noise Reduced drag brake calipers contributing to enhanced aerodynamics Coil - over shock, double wishbone front suspension on 4x4 models Specifically tuned monotube shock absorbers Re-tuned springs, jounce bumpers and suspension bushings for enhanced driving dynamics Re-engineered body mount design results in quieter cabin experience and more comfortable ride Re-engineered engine and transmission mounts for enhanced ride and handling characteristics

Front body torsional rigidity is improved by 10 percent with an extensively revised body structure, which includes a new front suspension cradle to reduce front body lateral bending, new rear structural reinforcements, and an underbody «V - bar» to help reduce rear lateral bending.

The Evoque's dramatic rising waist line and distinctive shape has been retained and the new convertible body style has been achieved with minimal changes to weight and torsional rigidity.

The extensively reworked suspension and much stiffer body bring a decidedly decent ride on - or off - road; the amount of ultra-high-strength steel in the body jumps to 51 per cent from 18 per cent, improving the body's torsional rigidity by a massive 39 per cent.

Torsional rigidity of the new body is improved by 25 percent, aided in part by more intensive use of ultra-high-strength steel.

According to Mercedes, the move to an aluminium construction has helped the new G - Class reduce its kerb weight by 160 kg in comparison to the current steel - bodied model, while providing a 30 percent increase in torsional rigidity.

The body structure gains improvements in torsional rigidity thanks to additional welds, improved body bracing and high - strength steel in key areas.

Using an intelligent multi-material mix consisting of aluminum, high - strength steel and magnesium, up to 137 lbs have been shaved off the weight of the previous model, while body strength and torsional rigidity have been increased.

Intelligent lightweight construction goes hand in hand with increased torsional rigidity in both the body and newly engineered chassis.

It's all tied together with subframe connectors to help stiffen the body and create better torsional rigidity.

This not only increases the torsional rigidity of the body, but also makes the window frames more resistant to corrosion.

However, less mass in no way translates into less stability — on the contrary, it was possible to increase the torsional rigidity of the frame, body shell and body mounts by around 55 percent, from 6537 to 10,162 Nm / deg.

The high level of torsional rigidity afforded by the Prius c body structure allows the suspension to be more optimally tuned for ride and handling.

but the Coupe does feature a revised chassis with high - strength steel, 23 percent higher torsional rigidity and 75 percent higher body sealing versus the previous - gen coupe.

The new Talon had a 50 % stiffer body, with torsional rigidity improved by 60 %; the track was wider and the wheelbase longer to improve handling.

The challenge in designing any convertible lies in retaining a high degree of torsional rigidity throughout the body while keeping weight down.

Based on the Toyota New Global Architecture (TNGA) modular platform, the 2018 Camry claims superior handling characteristics thanks to a 30 - percent increase in torsional rigidity, a lighter body, and a new double - wishbone rear suspension design.

Chassis improvements come in the form of additional body bracing that ups torsional rigidity by 12 percent, updated shock absorbers and springs, firmer suspension bushings, thicker rear antiroll bar, retuned steering system for a more direct response and upsized brakes all around.

Starting with a solid foundation was a key factor, and the new body enjoys a 28.7 per cent increase in torsional rigidity over the current Soul.

This design had enjoyed a fine reputation during the 30ties and well into the 50ties as offering the pleasure of open touring with the added advantage of more torsional rigidity of the body than drop head coupés could achieve with their fold down top.

At the same time, a 40 percent improvement in torsional rigidity has also been achieved - the body of the new Audi R8 sets a new benchmark here.

The sedan's body is now made of 50 percent ultra high - strength steel, up front 20 percent, helping torsional rigidity jump 50 percent, while three engine choices keep the 2016 Optima at the front of the sedan pack.

Most of the body is carbon fibre made, except for the roof, which is made of steel for torsional rigidity, while the doors are made of aluminium, for safety reasons.

The entire body - in - white of the future V12 model weighs only 229.5 kilograms (505 lbs) and boasts phenomenal torsional rigidity of 35,000 Newton meters per degree of twist.

With 51 percent of the Sportage's body - in - white consisting of AHSS versus the outgoing model's 18 percent, torsional rigidity has improved 39 percent

The basis for this consists of struts in the underbody and body that considerably improve both the torsional rigidity and the ride comfort.

The body structure design ensures inherent rigidity, with a 37.7 % increase in the use of ultra-high-strength steel compared to the original Genesis, resulting in 16 % greater torsional strength and 40 % greater bending strength.

The body frame is the most structurally efficient in the world, taking into account strength, torsional rigidity and weight.

Utilizing fully boxed frame members for the body sides and rear tailgate frame, the truss - style rear inner construction contributes to the new Ridgeline's more conventional three - box design profile — allowing for the elimination of the buttress - style body structure in the forward portion of the upper bed on the previous model — while contributing to a 28 - percent gain in torsional rigidity versus the previous model.

What seems like a retrograde step is mitigated by the new car's substantially improved body strength and torsional rigidity, according to Kajiyama - san.

Passive - safety technology begins with a number of body - structure changes integrated in the IS 250C and IS 350C to help augment strength and torsional rigidity.

Starting with a solid foundation was a key factor, and the new body enjoys a 28.7 percent increase in torsional rigidity over the current Soul.

Audi says the hassle of ditching the traditional manufacturing process, where two body halves are bonded together, was worth the weight reduction and increased torsional rigidity.

The previous - generation model was made up of 24.4 percent ultra-high tensile steel (UHTS), while the body shell of the new model consists of 52.7 percent UHTS, aiding the integrity of the car's core structure in the event of an impact and also improving torsional rigidity by 14 percent.

Even though the size is larger in every dimension, the vehicle's torsional rigidity has increased by 20 percent as a result of advanced body construction that uses 48 percent high - tensile steel - the most high - tensile steel by volume of any Accord to date.

Outside, an all - new body uses high - strength steel and aluminum to increase torsional rigidity by 55 percent and also keep weight to a minimum, though Mercedes hasn't yet cited a curb weight for the model.

The chassis» torsional rigidity is up by 25 per cent which helps the third gen magnetic ride dampers do a fine job of controlling wheel and body motion, but from the driver's perspective, they also deliver a comfortable ride on the road and yet can still deliver great handling on track.

Furthermore, the high - rigidity body frame is 35 pounds lighter than the previous model's, and has a torsional stiffness improvement of 38 percent, providing better steering response and cornering stability.

Based on the Quattroporte's four - door limo's multi-material monocoque body, the GranCabrio has been stiffened in several key areas to maintain torsional rigidity (an important element in any sports - orientated car and one often lost in the conversion to an open top).

Manufacturing and pre-delivery testing The Nissan GT - R benefits from production procedures that include higher precision tolerance control for all body parts, vibration testing of all bodies to ensure superb torsional rigidity and strength, the use of specially designed precision machine tools and extra assembly steps that reflect the high technology and premium nature of the vehicle.

The car also packs a carbon fiber body that helps to reduce weight while also improving the car's torsional rigidity and center of gravity.