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Gehlen, Tjeu (author)With the ever-increasing issues caused by global warming, the emission of carbon dioxide has to be minimized. With the transport section being responsible for 24% of global emissions, the demand for electric alternatives is on the rise. <br/>The electrification of passenger vehicles comes with benefits like a smoother driving experience,...master thesis 2024
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van Puffelen, Tim (author)With the increased use of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) in modern cars, the field of surface contamination saw a resurgence. To keep the various sensors working properly it is of utmost importance to keep them clean and free of contamination. One way to achieve this is to ensure they are mounted in areas where they can be kept free...master thesis 2024
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Desmit, Elliott (author)Hydrogen Polymer Electrolyte Membrane (PEM) fuel cell technology is becoming increasingly popular in the transportation sector, especially the automotive industry. It can power electric drives by converting hydrogen into electricity in a chemical reaction with oxygen, whose products consist only of water. Therefore, hydrogen PEM fuel cell-based...master thesis 2024
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- Noorlander, Winnifred (author) master thesis 2024
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Hogeveen, Thomas (author)This graduation project, conducted in collaboration with Lynk & Co, delves into the examination of their current car-sharing service. Lynk & Co, an automotive brand featuring the 01 model, provides a comprehensive sharing platform allowing owners to share their vehicles, even with strangers. However, concerns arise when sharing with...master thesis 2023
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Leclaire, Xavier (author)Voice Assistants (VAs) have gained traction in cars, promising safer, more convenient driving experiences (Braun et al, 2021). These Intelligent Voice Assistants (IVAs) offer hands-free control over navigation, entertainment, and climate, reducing distractions and enhancing safety. IVAs also provide context-aware interactions, improving...master thesis 2023
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De Vroe, Jens (author)This work presents an analog front-end (AFE) signal processing chain for automotive FMCW LiDAR. The AFE consists of a high-gain transimpedance amplifier (TIA) followed by a gain-stage. The gain of the AFE is 103.2dBΩ at a bandwidth of 505MHz. Since the noise of FMCW-LiDAR systems is dominated by the shot noise of the local oscillator (LO), the...master thesis 2023
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- Gregoire, Pepijn (author) master thesis 2022
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Hermans, Justus (author)<i>A significant problem within the automotive industry and for in-car interfaces in general, is the fact that the in-car user experience becomes obsolete at a much faster pace over time compared to the potential lifespan of the car itself. Moreover, there is also a societal future need for long lasting products in order to have a positive...master thesis 2022
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Rijsenbrij, Menno (author)This report covers the development of the Flex Cab +, a multi-purpose interior module for Light Commercial Vehicles. <br/>The project aims to prove the technical feasibility of additional functionalities in a Light Commercial Vehicle (LCV). After analysing the target market and picking a specific LCV type, several “must have” functionalities...master thesis 2022
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Schmetz, Toine (author)To reduce greenhouse gas emissions, electrification is the biggest trend in the current-day automotive industry. In this transition, important topics are efficiency and weight reduction. This study focuses on the application of composite materials for the undershield of an automotive rechargeable energy storage system (REESS). In this...master thesis 2022
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Bonnemayers, Vitto (author)The main finding of this thesis is that sustainability does not have to be a compromise for luxury (or vice versa). In fact: it can be a starting point for experiencing luxury mobility in new ways that are more beneficial to the environment, the user and the brand - in this case Genesis, the luxury brand of Hyundai. Based on this, a vehicle...master thesis 2021
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Alaybeyoğlu, Barkin (author)This thesis project aims at improving inventory management and awareness of craftsmen in their light commercial vehicles, specifically in the trunk area. The term commercial vehicle is used to identify a vehicle which main purpose is to transport goods or materials. The light commercial vehicle market, comprising vans and trucks, in Europe is...master thesis 2021
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van Ommen, Ruben (author)Online sales are at an all-time high. People can have packages delivered to their doorstep within two days of ordering. The e-commerce market is flourishing and customers are happy with speedy delivery without extra cost. The high demand causes logistics companies to push themselves to the limit. Therefore, the number of delivery vehicles...master thesis 2021
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Mallon, Thomas (author)In 1886, humanity started a great effort to move away from horseback and build a carriage over which they have full control. A century-and-a-half later, we have succeeded to the degree that we are looking for a way to relax in our automobiles. The MEDIATOR project tackles the transitional period between conventional automobiles and fully...master thesis 2020
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Huisman, Thom (author)In the past years electric cars have been rapidly taking market share in the automotive industry. Stimulated by their sustainable image and due to large investments in the charging infrastructure, the electric automobile has gained popularity in the field of research. Many papers are written on a variety of power converters inside the cars to...master thesis 2020
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Moll, Jordy (author)Success doesn’t come by following the beaten track, by following in the footsteps of the great visionaries of the past. No, success comes to those who dare to think differently, who dare to challenge and to do the unexpected. Starting a new brand requires this mindset, because only those who dare to think differently succeed. Back in 2018,...master thesis 2020
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Orru', S. (author)In the field of automotive technology, the last decade has seen a rise in projects focusing on self driving vehicles. With this renewed interest from the industry and academic world, new solutions to improve the reliability and safety of these vehicles are required. In this thesis, a new method for information sharing between different vehicles...master thesis 2020
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Zoričić, Jasna (author)This Master thesis was developed for Mercedes-Benz AG. The following report elaborates the steps taken in developing a holistic interior vision for ‘Sustainable Luxury’ of Mercedes-Benz. In seek of representation for the future societal needs, and possible future challenges and opportunities in terms of holistic mobility conceptualisation, the...master thesis 2020
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Schutte, Tim (author)It is expected that the automotive industry will be facing a radical shift, going from human driven cars to cars that are driving autonomously. In this project I started out with performing an in depth literature research to get a good understanding on what is expected to change. My expectations that the design and solutions for a self-driving...master thesis 2019