Abstract
The purpose of the suspension system on a vehicle is to:
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Minimise the effect of road surface irregularities on passengers, vehicle and load.
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Maintain wheel contact with the road.
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Transmit drive and brake torque.
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Locate the axle.
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Support the unsprung weight.
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Minimize unsprung weight.
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© 1991 R. Brooks and J. Whipp
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Whipp, J. (1991). Suspension. In: Brooks, R. (eds) Lecture’s Guide Transmission, Chassis and Related Systems Levels 2 and 3. Palgrave, London. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-349-12138-0_6
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