From defence vehicle concept. Lightweight Defence Concept Vehicle Case Study: World-leading blast and ballistic experts NP Aerospace sought HORIBA MIRA ’s engineering expertise in the development of a new innovative protected defence vehicle. The vehicle is designed around a revolutionary lightweight composite monocoque pod that delivers extremely high levels of occupant protection from a range of threats faced by modern military tactical vehicles. A team from HORIBA MIRA ’s Defence division developed the automotive systems, including the unique subframes, chassis, powertrain, transmission and ultra-lightweight ergonomic user interface. “From the start we wanted to match the ground breaking composite pod with a highly capable and reliable, high mobility automotive solution which enhances t

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