Desenvolvimento do interior da cabine do futuro

Abstract

This master thesis project was performed at Volvo Group Trucks Technology – Advanced Technology and Research at Driver Environment & Human Factors division. It was conducted at the Department of Product and Production Development at Chalmers University of Technology. The aim of this master thesis was to generate a new concept for the living area of a future Volvo FH-series truck. From the customer point of view, the product developed must fulfill the needs presented by the new generation of drivers considering about ergonomic and design criteria’s. As deliveries, this project presents a conceptual layout and features that will make the FH-series most appealing and attractive for European drivers within the long-haulage industry. This project also presents a benchmarking of the Heavy-duty trucks market, profiles of possible future drivers and their needs. The final product is a double bunk concept which enables drivers to travel for many days away from home and usually accompanied by co-drivers. These customers commonly want to have huge spaces for storage and would like to have a social area inside the cab.