Design and Experimental Analysis of an Adhesive Joint for a Hybrid Automotive Wheel

When it comes to lightweight design of automotive wheels, hybrid designs consisting a carbon composite wheel rim and metallic, e.g., aluminum alloy, disc offer significant potential. However, the conventionally used bolted joint between two parts is complex requires compromises in due additional mechanical elements. Within this research, an adhesive for developed order demonstrate its performance The main challenges are reliable resistance against high structural loads during different load cases, as well residual stresses thermal expansion rates material. combines bond with form-fitted geometry while still enabling assembling process rotational direction. In addition, adaptations fiber layup area significantly reduce by 47%. Subcomponent specimens, which represent spoke rim, manufactured tested at temperatures cases. test results show sufficient strength improvement compared basic bond. adhesively joined offers potential 6% wheel.