Optimization of inner panel thickness for enhanced stiffness and vibration control in car door assemblies.

ABSTRACT: The inner panel of the side door acts as a backbone of the door assembly. It is designed to accommodate all the parts required to complete the door assembly and its intended functions. The stiffness of the inner panel indirectly protects the inside passengers from weather conditions and side impacts. The inner panel, outer panel, and a few stiffener plates comprise the door's structure. The preferred method of hemming is used to connect the inner panel and outer panel at their periphery. In hemming, the crimping of the inner panel is done by using the "U" shape of the outer panel at its periphery. The inner panel and the outer panel together will have a cutout, which will provide clear visibility to both inside passengers and outsiders through this cutout cum window. The closing and openin

SUBMITTER: Jadhav PM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12614550 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature