Introduction

Description

Short description:
Introduces sustainable vehicle design and Life Cycle Assessment using the Design Advisor tool.

Long description:
This module introduces the challenges of designing vehicles that are simultaneously more environmentally responsible, safer, and cost-effective. It emphasizes the importance of Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) as a comprehensive method to evaluate environmental impact, not just during use but across all life phases of a vehicle. Learners are introduced to the "Design Advisor"—a digital tool that helps engineers make informed decisions in preliminary design, especially around material selection. Through foundational examples, the module sets the stage for understanding how vehicle components influence emissions, cost, and mass over their entire life cycle.

What you will learn

- Describe the general objectives of using the Design Advisor in vehicle design.
- Identify characteristics of an eco-efficient vehicle.
- Explain the purpose and phases of Life Cycle Assessment (LCA).
- Classify key environmental impacts associated with vehicle components.
- Relate material selection to lifecycle emissions, cost, and mass.

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