Vehicles, Volume 7, Issue 2

This paper introduces a novel neuromorphic-inspired hyper-heuristic framework (NeuHH) for solving the Capacitated Single-Allocation p-Hub Location Routing Problem (CSAp-HLRP), a challenging combinatorial optimization problem that jointly addresses hu...

Computer vision is one of the key technologies of advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), but the incorporation of a vision-based driver assistance system (still) poses a great challenge due to the special characteristics of the algorithms, the ne...

This study investigates the accuracy of traffic flow and speed measurements using two radar-based devices, Sierzega and SDR, against manual video-based traffic counts. The measurements were conducted over a 12-h period on a congested urban road secti...

The evaluation of electric buses used in public transportation operations encompasses several critical factors that directly influence the operational efficiency, as well as the economic viability, environmental advantages, and user experience. Energ...

The World Health Organization reports approximately 1.35 million fatalities annually due to road traffic accidents, with pedestrians constituting 23% of these deaths. This highlights the critical need to enhance pedestrian safety, especially given th...

Reduced gravity may impair motion perception accuracy, especially in the absence of visual cues, which could degrade astronauts’ driving performance. The lack of prior research makes simulating realistic motion perception for lunar rover drivin...

This work systematically explores the impact of spark plug electrode number on engine performance and environmental effects, including noise, vibration, fuel consumption, and exhaust emissions. Indicators of combustion efficiency and mechanical healt...

The increasing global demand for conventional energy has led to significant challenges, particularly due to rising CO₂ emissions and the depletion of natural resources. In the U.S., light-duty vehicles contribute significantly to transportation secto...

Robust object detection in autonomous driving is challenged by inherent limitations of conventional frame-based cameras, such as motion blur and limited dynamic range. In contrast, event-based cameras, which operate asynchronously and capture rapid c...

The paper offers an overview of the motor vehicle brake pad wear process. Considering the types of wear that occur between the pads and the disc, the study begins by presenting Archard’s fundamental wear law. It explains how the hardness and ro...

Air pollution poses a serious threat to human health and the environment. Emissions from motor vehicles, especially in large cities, contribute significantly to this problem. This study analyzes the results of emission inspections in the Slovak Repub...

Currently, one of the most important challenges facing autonomous vehicles’ development due to varying driving conditions is effective path tracking while considering lateral stability. To address this issue, this study proposes the optimizatio...

Physics-assisted machine learning is a powerful framework that enhances data efficiency by integrating the strengths of conventional machine learning with physical knowledge. This paper applies this concept and focuses on the design of a driver evalu...

The current technical condition of facilities designated for the technical–hygienic maintenance of railway rolling stock is unsatisfactory, as they are neither technologically nor technically equipped to meet the required quality standards. Mai...

This study investigates the connection between coherent structures in the flow around a vehicle and the aerodynamic forces acting on its body. Dynamic Mode Decomposition (DMD) was applied to analyze the flow field of a squareback Ahmed body at $R{e}_H=7.$...

Vehicle congestion and the environmental problems associated with the increasing vehicle fleet have led stakeholders to create solutions to these problems. Park-and-Ride (P&R) facilities are provided as a solution for public transportation to avo...

The rapid evolution of autonomous vehicles (AVs) has ignited widespread interest in their potential to transform mobility and transportation ecosystems. However, despite significant technological advances, the acceptance of AVs by the public remains...

Pooled ridesharing offers on-demand, one-way, cost-effective transportation for passengers traveling in similar directions via a shared vehicle ride with others they do not know. Despite its potential benefits, the adoption of pooled rideshare remain...

Urban transportation systems evolve toward greater diversification, scalability, and complexity. To address the escalating issue of urban traffic congestion, leveraging modern information technologies to enhance the integration of multiple transporta...

Vehicle accidents, particularly PV-PV collisions, result in significant property damage and driver injuries, causing substantial economic losses and health risks. Most existing studies focus on macro-level predictions, such as accident frequency, but...

Hybrid vehicles utilize multiple power sources, making them energy-efficient and enhancing both fuel efficiency and dynamic performance. As a result, hybrid vehicles have recently been adopted as race cars, which demand high powertrain performance. T...

Safe vehicles are an important pillar in reducing the number of accidents or mitigating the consequences of a collision. Although the number of autonomous safety systems in vehicles is increasing, retrofitted systems could also help reduce road accid...

The transportation sector mainly relied on fossil fuel and is one of the major causes of climate change and environmental pollution. Advances in smart sensing technology are paving the way for the development of clean and intelligent vehicles that le...

The latest developments in Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) have greatly enhanced the comfort and safety of drivers. These technologies can identify driver abnormalities like fatigue, inattention, and impairment, which are essential for aver...

Modern powertrain configurations for electric vehicles introduce the possibility to actuate the wheel directly by means of in-wheel motors. These machines enable stiffer and more efficient traction, with the possibility of introducing pitch motion co...

This study investigates the impact of a conductive Electric Road System (ERS) rail on vehicle dynamics and stability through numerical simulations. The ERS rail, designed for dynamic charging of electric vehicles, was modeled and tested under various...

This study investigates the task allocation problem for multiple mobile robots in complex real-world scenarios. To address this challenge, a distributed game-theoretic approach is proposed to enable collaborative decision-making. First, the task allo...

The deployment of autonomous vehicles (AVs) is gaining popularity due to their predicted safety and operational benefits and is driven by advancements in the automobile industry. However, due to the unavailability of fully AVs in the automobile marke...

This Special Issue reports on the current status of research concerning vehicle design processes [...]

The testing and pilot operations of autonomous vehicles are currently booming in terms of real-world operations. Although the validation and verification methods are not standardized, nor is the legislation, as well as the methodology of data collect...

The automotive sector plays an essential role in the Romanian economy, making a significant contribution to industrial production and employment. This study conducts a comprehensive bibliometric analysis of scholarly publishing in the Romanian automo...

Electrification and modularity are emerging as key trends in off-road vehicle development, prompting the need for innovative solutions in steering and modular coupling. This study presents an electromechanical connection and steering joint, conceived...

Tires are important for the transmission of forces, good traction of the vehicle, and safety of the passengers. Tires also influence vehicle fuel consumption and cause tire and road wear pollution to the environment in the form of microplastics. In t...

The collision avoidance capability of autonomous vehicles in extreme traffic conditions remains a focal point of research. This paper introduces an Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) strategy based on Model Predictive Control (MPC) and Responsibility-Sens...