Semi-active Suspension Control

Semi-active Suspension Control
Author: Emanuele Guglielmino
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 302
Release: 2008-05-27
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1848002319

Semi-active Suspension Control provides an overview of vehicle ride control employing smart semi-active damping systems. These systems are able to tune the amount of damping in response to measured vehicle-ride and handling indicators. Two physically different dampers (magnetorheological and controlled-friction) are analysed from the perspectives of mechatronics and control. Ride comfort, road holding, road damage and human-body modelling are studied. Mathematical modelling is balanced by a large and detailed section on experimental implementation, where a variety of automotive applications are described offering a well-rounded view. The implementation of control algorithms with regard to real-life engineering constraints is emphasised. The applications described include semi-active suspensions for a saloon car, seat suspensions for vehicles not equipped with a primary suspension, and control of heavy-vehicle dynamic-tyre loads to reduce road damage and improve handling.

Multibody Systems Approach to Vehicle Dynamics

Multibody Systems Approach to Vehicle Dynamics
Author: Michael Blundell
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 542
Release: 2004
Genre: Control theory
ISBN: 0750651121

Comprehensive, up-to-date and firmly rooted in practical experience, a key publication for all automotive engineers, dynamicists and students.

The Multibody Systems Approach to Vehicle Dynamics

The Multibody Systems Approach to Vehicle Dynamics
Author: Michael Blundell
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 541
Release: 2004-08-21
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0080473520

Multibody Systems Approach to Vehicle Dynamics aims to bridge a gap between the subject of classical vehicle dynamics and the general-purpose computer-based discipline known as multibody systems analysis (MBS). The book begins by describing the emergence of MBS and providing an overview of its role in vehicle design and development. This is followed by separate chapters on the modeling, analysis, and post-processing capabilities of a typical simulation software; the modeling and analysis of the suspension system; tire force and moment generating characteristics and subsequent modeling of these in an MBS simulation; and the modeling and assembly of the rest of the vehicle, including the anti-roll bars and steering systems. The final two chapters deal with the simulation output and interpretation of results, and a review of the use of active systems to modify the dynamics in modern passenger cars. This book intended for a wide audience including not only undergraduate, postgraduate and research students working in this area, but also practicing engineers in industry who require a reference text dealing with the major relevant areas within the discipline. - Full of practical examples and applications - Uses industry standard ADAMS software based applications - Guides readers from modelling suspension movement through to full vehicle models able to perform handling manoeuvres

The Dynamics of Vehicles on Roads and on Tracks

The Dynamics of Vehicles on Roads and on Tracks
Author: Z.Y. Shen
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 632
Release: 2021-07-29
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1000443515

This book develops a continuous look-ahead preview control scheme and applies the scheme to the well known quarter car model. It particularly focuses on the active and semi-active control of the vehicle systems.

Vehicle Suspension System Technology and Design

Vehicle Suspension System Technology and Design
Author: Avesta Goodarzi
Publisher: Springer Nature
Total Pages: 96
Release: 2023-02-13
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 3031218043

This book describes the procedures of developing an adaptive suspension system with examples. This book gives a thorough introduction to air suspension systems, which contain height leveling systems, electronic control systems, design fundamentals, performance superiority, etc. This book encompasses all essential aspects of suspension systems and provides an easy approach to their understanding and design. Provides a step-by-step approach using pictures, graphs, tables, and examples so that the reader may easily grasp difficult concepts. This book defines and examines suspension mechanisms and their geometrical features. Suspension motions and ride models are derived for the study of vehicle ride comfort. Analysis of suspension design factors and component sizing along with air suspension systems and their functionalities are reviewed.

Vehicle Dynamics of Modern Passenger Cars

Vehicle Dynamics of Modern Passenger Cars
Author: Peter Lugner
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 382
Release: 2018-05-22
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 3319790080

The book provides the essential features necessary to understand and apply the mathematical-mechanical characteristics and tools for vehicle dynamics including control mechanism. An introduction to passenger car modeling of different complexities provides the basics for the dynamical behavior and presents vehicle models later used for the application of control strategies. The presented modeling of the tire behavior, also for transient changes of the contact patch properties, shows the necessary mathematical descriptions used for the simulation of the vehicle dynamics. The introduction to control for cars and its extension to complex applications using e.g. observers and state estimators is a main part of the book. Finally the formulation of proper multibody codes for the simulation leads to the integration of all parts. Examples of simulations and corresponding test verifications show the profit of such a theoretical support for the investigation of the dynamics of passenger cars.

Semi-Active Suspension Control Design for Vehicles

Semi-Active Suspension Control Design for Vehicles
Author: Sergio M. Savaresi
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 241
Release: 2010-08-13
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0080966799

Semi-Active Suspension Control Design for Vehicles presents a comprehensive discussion of designing control algorithms for semi-active suspensions. It also covers performance analysis and control design. The book evaluates approaches to different control theories, and it includes methods needed for analyzing and evaluating suspension performances, while identifying optimal performance bounds. The structure of the book follows a classical path of control-system design; it discusses the actuator or the variable-damping shock absorber, models and technologies. It also models and discusses the vehicle that is equipped with semi-active dampers, and the control algorithms. The text can be viewed at three different levels: tutorial for novices and students; application-oriented for engineers and practitioners; and methodology-oriented for researchers. The book is divided into two parts. The first part includes chapters 2 to 6, in which fundamentals of modeling and semi-active control design are discussed. The second part includes chapters 6 to 8, which cover research-oriented solutions and case studies. The text is a comprehensive reference book for research engineers working on ground vehicle systems; automotive and design engineers working on suspension systems; control engineers; and graduate students in control theory and ground vehicle systems. - Appropriate as a tutorial for students in automotive systems, an application-oriented reference for engineers, and a control design-oriented text for researchers that introduces semi-active suspension theory and practice - Includes explanations of two innovative semi-active suspension strategies to enhance either comfort or road-holding performance, with complete analyses of both - Also features a case study showing complete implementation of all the presented strategies and summary descriptions of classical control algorithms for controlled dampers

Vehicle Dynamics

Vehicle Dynamics
Author: Reza N. Jazar
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 1074
Release: 2013-11-19
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1461485444

This textbook is appropriate for senior undergraduate and first year graduate students in mechanical and automotive engineering. The contents in this book are presented at a theoretical-practical level. It explains vehicle dynamics concepts in detail, concentrating on their practical use. Related theorems and formal proofs are provided, as are real-life applications. Students, researchers and practicing engineers alike will appreciate the user-friendly presentation of a wealth of topics, most notably steering, handling, ride, and related components. This book also: Illustrates all key concepts with examples Includes exercises for each chapter Covers front, rear, and four wheel steering systems, as well as the advantages and disadvantages of different steering schemes Includes an emphasis on design throughout the text, which provides a practical, hands-on approach