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020 _a9780750310017
082 _a629.232 CAN
100 _aCantor, Brian
245 _aAutomotive Engineering: Lightweight, Functional and Novel Materials
260 _bTaylor & Francis
_c2008
_a New York
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520 _aThe current automotive industry faces numerous challenges, including increased global competition, more stringent environmental and safety requirements, the need for higher performance vehicles, and reducing costs. The materials used in automotive engineering play key roles in overcoming these issues. Automotive Engineering: Lightweight, Functional, and Novel Materials focuses on both existing materials and future developments in automotive science and technology." "With contributions from internationally recognized experts, this volume provides a comprehensive overview of cutting-edge automotive materials and technologies. It will help you understand the key materials and engineering concerns currently confronting this industry."--Jacket
650 _aMotor vehicles-Materials
650 _aAutomobiles-Materials
700 _aGrant, Patrick
700 _aJohnston, Colin
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