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| Improvements in the Reliability of Electrical Connectors in Automotive Systems |
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Context Future vehicles will rely to an increasing extent on electronics to control safety critical functions. The development of advanced electronic systems in vehicles is constrained by the reliability of electrical connectors. Multiplexed wiring systems will reduce the number of demountable contacts, but increasingly reliance will then be placed on the those remaining. Aims To improve the reliability of connectors in the automotive environment. Method The project will comprise the following activities:- To define the range of operating environments in the automotive life cycle from manufacture through operation. To gain an understanding of the performance limiting and failure mechanisms of connectors in these environments. To enhance the performance of the connector against corrosion and wear. To model materials behaviour and develop accelerated simulation tests for automotive connectors. Benefits The competitive position of the automotive component supplier will be improved. Participants Southampton University Jaguar Cars Thomas & Betts Ltd Brush Wellman GmbH Lucas Varity (Rists) |
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