Optimizing A Vehicle's Suspension System and Overall Performance

Abstract

The automotive industry heavily relies on the analysis of suspension systems to ensure user comfort and satisfaction. The commonly used coil spring suspension systems, while applicable in almost all vehicle designs, have limitations that need to be addressed. Industries rely on the longevity of their suspension systems to ensure vehicles work as required. Several factors influence the condition and performance of a coil spring system but the leaf spring system has fewer hindrances. The leaf spring suspension system can be a good alternative for wide-scale employment of suspension systems provided it is backed with certain adjustments such as a helper spring system for heavier vehicles. This paper uses finite element-based analysis simulations from OnScale and information from European Springs and ScienceDirect.