LibGuides: Automotive Engineering Technology: Databases

Liaison To The Division Of Engineering & Technology

Mark Usry

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Julia Tutwiler Library
University of West Alabama
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Livingston, AL 35470

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Database Resources

Academic Search Premier This link opens in a new window
This scholarly resource contains indexing and abstracts for more than 8,500 journals, with full text for more than 4,600 of those titles.
IQS Directory This link opens in a new window
Presents the OEM manufacturing marketplace in the US and Canada into 180 industry categories each having hundreds of manufacturers.
JSTOR This link opens in a new window
JSTOR is a digital library of academic journals, books, and primary sources.
ProQuest Central This link opens in a new window
ProQuest Central is a multidisciplinary database offering access to engineering journals, trade publications, and business reports. Automotive Engineering students can use it to find technical research, industry news, and market analysis-helpful for both technical projects and understanding the broader automotive industry.
ProQuest Science Journals This link opens in a new window
ProQuest Science Journals™ is an excellent resource for students studying both the applied and general sciences.With coverage dating back to 1986, ProQuest Science Journals features over 1,145 titles.
ScienceDirect This link opens in a new window
This database offers peer-reviewed research articles, case studies, and technical papers covering automotive engineering, materials science, manufacturing processes, and emerging technologies like electric vehicles. It's an excellent resource for both foundational knowledge and the latest advancements.
Vocational and Career Collection This link opens in a new window
Vocational & Career Collection provides full-text coverage for more than 330 trade and industry related periodicals.

Open Access

Open Access Resources
This link will guide you to the Open Access Resources page on the library's website.

Dissertations & Theses

ProQuest Dissertations & Theses
ProQuest Dissertations & Theses offers access to a comprehensive collection of graduate-level theses and dissertations. Automotive Engineering students can explore detailed research on topics like vehicle design, sustainable transportation, and advanced materials. This database provides unique insights into current innovations, methodologies, and emerging trends in the field, helping students expand their knowledge and identify new research opportunities.

Technical Reports

OSTI.gov - Office of Scientific and Technical Information
OSTI.gov provides free access to technical reports, research papers, and data from the U.S. Department of Energy and other federal agencies. Automotive engineering students can find valuable information on advanced vehicle technologies, alternative fuels, energy efficiency, and materials research-offering insights into both current innovations and ongoing federal research.
TRID (Transport Research International Documentation)
TRID (Transport Research International Documentation) is a comprehensive database for transportation research. Automotive Engineering students can use it to find technical reports, conference papers, and research articles covering vehicle design, road safety, emerging technologies, and transportation systems from around the world.
Trail Technical Report Archive and Image Library
The Trail Technical Report Archive and Image Library provides access to a wealth of technical reports, images, and publications related to transportation research. Automotive Engineering students can explore topics such as vehicle performance, infrastructure, and safety, as well as visual resources that complement technical studies and design analysis.
Library of Congress Technical Reports Collection
The Library of Congress Technical Reports Collection offers access to a wide range of technical reports from government agencies, research organizations, and other institutions. Automotive Engineering students can benefit from research on vehicle technologies, transportation infrastructure, and environmental considerations, providing valuable insights into both historical and current advancements in the field.