MONOCOQUE


Meaning of MONOCOQUE in English

A design of a vehicle's body where a single shell has the engine and suspension attached to it in various places to spread the load evenly over the whole shell. Holes are cut only to install the engine and allow the driver to get into it. Otherwise it is completely closed. Also called "unit" or " unitized construction ."

English dictionary of automotive terms.      Английский словарь автомобильных терминов.