Key Research Areas of the Department:
- Development and enhancement of modeling and calculation methods for the operational parameters of primary automotive components.
- Testing of vehicle units and assemblies, including those designed for high performance.
- Innovation in reducing dynamic loads on the vehicle's chassis and support systems.
- Research and optimization of automated transmission control system parameters.
The department has actively contributed to scientific research under Belarusian State Scientific and Technical Programs such as "Engineering," including subprograms focused on "Belavtotractorostroenie" and "Quarry Equipment." Since 2009, department members have also participated in research under the State Program for "Emergency Situations Protection" (GNTK).
The department regularly participate in scientific and practical conferences and international congresses.
Collaborating with the Research and Testing Laboratory of Vehicles, the "Automobiles" department conducts contract and state-funded research across several thematic areas:
- Confirmation of compliance and certification of automotive products.
- Testing of motor vehicles.
- Implementation of engineering products into manufacturing.
The department also engages in joint research activities with the Joint Institute of Mechanical Engineering of the National Academy of Sciences of Belarus.
Students actively contribute to research efforts, with many pursuing coursework and thesis projects with a strong research component. Each year, over 20 students participate in various national and international conferences, including those held abroad. In October 2010, faculty, students, and master's candidates from the department attended the FISITA International Congress on Trucks, Road Trains, and Urban Transport hosted at BNTU.
Additionally, the department hosts and operates the Student Scientific Research Bureau for Automobiles (SSRB), specializing in the design and construction of sports cars.
The department offers opportunities for doctoral research in the field of 05.05.03 "Wheeled and Tracked Vehicles" and master's studies in 1-37 80 01 "Transport".
