Sustainable and Economical Transportation with Optimisation of Cargo Steel Grade and Weight

Abstract

Weight optimization has increased its importance in recent years concerning global carbon footprints. Lightweight design is one of the current key drivers to reduce the energy consumption of vehicles. Design methodologies for lightweight components, strategies utilizing materials with favorable specific properties and hybrid materials are used to increase the performance of parts for automotive applications. On the other hand, increased safety awareness and global NCAP norms, more focus is on the quality and strength as well. Striking a right balance between these two objectives of opposite ends is a daunting task for automotive designers. But, once done, it will contribute to the circular economy.