ipcm® n. 57 - May/June 2019

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© acs - Automotive Center Südwestfalen

Opening photo: The minimum material thickness of 2 mm determined for the buckling load case was validated in different 3-point bending tests.

INNOVATIONS: PRESENT&FUTURE

SPECIAL ON AUTOMOTIVE & TRANSPORTATION

Material Savings Thanks to Correct Corrosion Protection Christian Lenzmann Dörken MKS-Systeme GmbH & Co. KG – Herdecke, Germany

clenzmann@doerken.de

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uspension parts in cars play a major role: Brakes, springs, wheels

The chassis in the car represents the connection between the body

and many other components form a complex composite. It is

and the road surface. This means that it transfers energy between

precisely here that a reduction in weight through lightweight

the vehicle and the road. It also enables the steering and braking of

construction can take effect and ultimately reduce the vehicle’s fuel

the vehicle. Technically sophisticated and safety-relevant systems

consumption. But only with the right corrosion protection.

are therefore essential. The chassis as a whole and the steering

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