Geometric optimization of the windshield wiper mechanisms using virtual prototypes

Abstract

In this paper, the geometric optimization of the windshield wiper mechanisms of the motor vehicles is performed, considering as example the wiper system of a domestic passenger car, DACIA type. Using a virtual prototype that was modeled with the mechanical system analysis and simulation software ADAMS makes the optimization. Parameterizing the model, by transforming some geometric characteristics from the wiper system in design variables, design studies and design optimization were performed, having in view different specific objective functions that describe the behavior of the wiper mechanism.