Common Materials Used for Car Frame Construction

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Car frames are primarily constructed using high-strength steel, specifically coated steel from U.S. Steel, which provides durability and safety. Additionally, aluminum alloys, particularly 6061-T6, are commonly used for components like hoods and trunk lids due to their lightweight and corrosion-resistant properties. The choice of materials is driven by the need for strength, weight reduction, and cost-effectiveness in automotive design. Elmdon Metals is recommended as a specialist supplier for motorsport materials, including roll cages and space frames.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of automotive materials, specifically high-strength steel and aluminum alloys.
  • Familiarity with automotive engineering principles related to frame construction.
  • Knowledge of material properties such as tensile strength and corrosion resistance.
  • Awareness of industry suppliers like U.S. Steel and Elmdon Metals.
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  • Research the properties and applications of high-strength steel in automotive design.
  • Explore the benefits of using aluminum alloys, particularly 6061-T6, in vehicle manufacturing.
  • Investigate the role of material suppliers like Elmdon Metals in motorsport and automotive industries.
  • Learn about the manufacturing processes for coated steel and aluminum components in car frames.
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Automotive engineers, materials scientists, and manufacturers involved in vehicle design and construction will benefit from this discussion, particularly those focusing on frame materials and their applications in automotive safety and performance.

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Greetings and happy new year to all members in here.

This is my first post in the physics forum.

Does anyone know what sort of materials are commonly used to make the steelframes of car? I am guessing it's some form of steel, but which? And why the choice?

For illustration, the link below is the steelframe of cars that I'm talking about.

http://dubfoto.com/albums/userpics/10003/Steel_Frame.jpg
 

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Nissan uses a lot of this:

http://www.ussteel.com/corp/sheet/coated/coatneal.htm

Also aluminum in the hood and decklid (trunk lid) 6061 T-something

I have heard but I forget. Sorry.
 
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Try asking a company called Elmdon Metals www.elmdonmetals.co.uk[/URL] as they are specialist suppliers of materials to the world of motorsports and they supply many materials for rol cages and space frames.
 
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