An Optimum Design Approach Using Active and Semi-Active Suspensions for 3-D Vehicle Models
Abstract The primary purpose of this paper is to analyze the effects of vibrations on the comfort and stability of road vehicles as observed in the variation of different parameters such as suspension coefficients, road disturbances and the seat position. The conducting of this study required the development of a mathematical model to simulate the dynamic behavior of a 3-D vehicle. This model makes it possible to efficiently use various types of non-linear suspensions such as active and semi-active suspensions. The results obtained from the simulation of the 3-D vehicle demonstrated that the use of active and semi-active suspension models on road vehicles proved to be beneficial for comfort without unduly compromising stability.