Plenary Lecture

Wednesday, September 16, 2009, 11:10 -11:50 am

“Advancements and Challenges in Tire Science and Technology”

Dr. Marvin Janssen received his PhD in Theoretical and Applied Mechanics from the University of Illinois in 1970. Upon graduation he joined Firestone Tire and Rubber Company as a Research Scientist. During his 25 year career he was group leader of Engineering Mechanics, group leader of the Dynamics Research laboratory and manager of the Advanced Tire Engineering Department. In these positions he was involved in tire mechanics research and the development of Computer Aided Engineering Technology for Tires. He retired from Firestone in 1995 and joined Hankook Tire Company as Manager of Tire Engineering Technology where he continued work in tire mechanics and tire technology until his retirement from Hankook in 2007.

Abstract

Changes and progress in the tire industry from the early 1970’s to the present day will be reviewed. The formulation and development of the fundamental tire mechanics principles and computational techniques that provide the basis for today’s computer aided engineering tools for tire development will be presented. Key challenges for successful implementation of CAE technology into the tire design and development process will be discussed.