VEHICLE SUSPENSION SYSTEM MODELLING AND SIMULATION IN THE SOLIDWORKS SOFTWARE ENVIRONMENT WITH MOTION ANALYSIS APPLICATIONS

Abstract

An N1 vehicle model is created, which allows for changing suspension parameters and conditions of experimental performance. A methodology of computer testing performance for vehicle ride comfort and stability service properties’ characterization in a virtual environment is proposed. Vehicle suspension system modelling and simulation are performed. The results of the N1 vehicle suspension system from full-scale laboratory and road tests are given.

Keywords

• stability
• ride comfort
• testing methodology
• vehicle suspension
• cushioning
• roll
• vibration frequency