Road vehicle as a source of non-exhaust particulate matter

Abstract

A vehicle represents a set of different parts and systems that can adversely affect the environment by its wear. The wear effects are reflected in the formation of suspended particles with different diameters. Suspended particles can significantly affect human health, knowing that people can inhale them. The aim of this paper is to identify, based on available literature and own research, the most influential systems and elements on the vehicle that are the source of particles (Particulate matter), but which are not generated by combustion in the engine, so-called non-exhaust particles. This overview of the most influential elements in the creation of non-exhaust particles is of importance for further investigation of the influence of particular systems on the vehicle as sources of non-exhaust particles and further development of certain parts of the vehicle for the smallest environmental pollution.