Materials and technologies in motorization in the aspect of safety and ecology

Abstract

The use of a particular material in the automotive industry is determined by its properties in the aspect of safety and the effects on the natural environment starting from production to its liquidation. We are constantly striving to reduce the costs of materials used while increasing the strength properties and the production of non-natural materials, e.g. composites. Among the modern materials appearing in the production of cars, a growing share of high-strength steels, plastics as well as light alloys based on aluminum and magnesium is observed. This article presents selected materials and technologies used in the automotive industry from the point of view of their impact on safety and environmental protection.