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Vehicle End-of-Life Management: Informal Recycling Sector Analysis
Automotive research and analysis: Abstract: India's vehicle scrappage policy envisions formal recycling centers, but the informal sector currently processes most end-of-life vehicles. This study examines informal r...
Particulate Matter Emissions from Brake and Tire Wear: A Growing Concern
Automotive research and analysis: Abstract: As exhaust emissions decrease through electrification, non-exhaust emissions—particularly from brake and tire wear—constitute an increasing proportion of traffic-related ...
Carbon Footprint of Vehicle Manufacturing: Life Cycle Comparison
Automotive research and analysis: Abstract: This life cycle assessment compares the carbon footprint of manufacturing petrol vehicles, diesel vehicles, hybrid vehicles, and battery electric vehicles in Indian produ...
Noise Pollution Impacts of Urban Traffic: Health Outcomes Analysis
Automotive research and analysis: Abstract: This epidemiological study correlates traffic noise exposure levels with health outcomes across 12 Indian cities. Analysis of 45,000 subjects over 5 years reveals signifi...
Alternative Materials in Automotive Manufacturing: Comparative Lifecycle Assessment
Automotive research and analysis: Abstract: Lightweighting through alternative materials is a key strategy for improving vehicle efficiency. This study conducts comparative lifecycle assessment of steel, aluminum, ...
Aerodynamic Efficiency in Contemporary SUV Designs: A Computational Fluid Dynamics Study
Automotive research and analysis: Abstract: Sport Utility Vehicles present inherent aerodynamic challenges due to their boxy proportions and high ground clearance. This study employs computational fluid dynamics (C...
Infrastructure Readiness for 100% EV Adoption by 2035: A Systems Dynamics Model
Automotive research and analysis: Abstract: Multiple nations have announced targets for 100% electric vehicle sales by 2030-2040. This study develops a systems dynamics model to assess infrastructure requirements f...
Lifecycle Analysis of Lithium-Ion Battery Recycling: Environmental and Economic Assessment
Automotive research and analysis: Abstract: As electric vehicle adoption accelerates, the environmental and economic implications of battery end-of-life management become critical. This study conducts a comprehensi...