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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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