This paper presents an examination of the primary applications of solar energy as the main
power source in the maritime sector, focusing on recent developments. A comprehensive …

The use of composite structures represents a consolidated design strategy for solar race
vehicles where weight savings can be immediately transformed into energy efficiency and …

Strain Modal Testing (SMT), based on strain sensors signal processing, is an
unconventional approach to perform Experimental Modal Analysis which is typically based …

Typically, car roofs are curved, which means that vehicle‐integrated photovoltaics (VIPVs)
are also curved along the roof surface. The performance of the PV module is influenced by …

By mounting photovoltaics (PV) on the roof of an electric vehicle (EV), solar energy can be
used to supply a considerable portion of the energy demand of the EV. The roof is the best …

This study aims to compare the accuracy offered by 3D Slicer Software in printing end-use
parts inside a Fused Deposition Modeling process of Additive Manufacturing. The purpose …

Featured Application A photovoltaic roof for vehicles, in sandwich-structured composite, is
designed for optimizing static stiffness and dynamic response, but also energy efficiency …

The effects of vibrations in vehicles range from simple noise and reduced comfort, to
decreased performance, from wear and material fatigue to irreversible failures and danger …

The automobile sector is rising rapidly at a global level. In the current scenario, emphasis is
given on electric vehicles (EVs) to reduce conventional energy demand and minimize …

Vehicular transport is considered as the most important origin of air pollution in cities.
However, despite the commercial growing achievement of electric vehicles, there had been …