Semi-active dampling in automotive systems: design-by-simulation
by Willi Kortum, Michael Valasek, Zbynek Sika, Wolfgang Schwartz, Pavel Steinbauer, Ondrej Vaculin
International Journal of Vehicle Design (IJVD), Vol. 28, No. 1/2/3, 2002

Abstract: The article describes the design and implementation of semi-active suspensions for trucks. The main objective of semi-active suspension design is decreasing road damage. The feedback laws for the semi-active dampers are designed by simulation and parameter optimisation. The performance predicted by the simulation experiments is verified for two real vehicles - a platform truck and tractor semi-trailer combination. The simulation experiments as well as the field measurements indicate the semi-active damping as a concept for producing more road friendly heavy-duty vehicles.

Online publication date: Fri, 15-Aug-2003

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