scholarly journals Stability Analysis of Magneto-Rheological Damper for Suspension of Commercial Vehicles

2019 ◽  
Vol 8 (6) ◽  
pp. 668-676
Keyword(s):  
Mr Damper ◽  
System Optimization ◽  
Design Parameters ◽  
Commercial Vehicles ◽  
Damping Force ◽  
Bingham Model ◽  
Shock Absorbers ◽  
Proposed Model ◽  
Magneto Rheological ◽  
Rheological Effect

This paper aims at improving the efficiency of magneto-rheological dampers, which utilizes a smart material in the form of magneto-rheological fluid, over the typical-build conventional dampers. The proposed design has been modeled for its implementation in commercial vehicles which extensively relies on conventional shock-absorbers for the safety and comfort of its occupants, considering the space available for mounting the system. Dimensional constraints based on commercial vehicles pertaining to the hatchback segment have been taken in COMSOL® and analyzed to generate a considerable amount of damping force for realizable inputs. As the analysis requires a profound consideration of highly coupled physics interface, COMSOL® Multi-physics is chosen as the relevant platform which makes it suitable to fulfill the criteria at hand. The damping forces achieved in the model are determined based on the linear Bingham model and the non-linear hysteretic Bouc-Wen model. A rigorousanalysis was conducted to realize the variation in damping force values on account of the hysteresis losses induced in the system. Optimization based on Taguchi’s mixed level design approach is used to attain the optimal design parameters of MR damper. MRF-140 CG fabricated by Lord Corporation is adopted to introduce the rheological effect of MR fluid on the proposed model.

Damping characteristics of a magneto-rheological damper with dual independent controllable ducts

2021 ◽  
pp. 1045389X2110188
Author(s):  
Jianqiang Yu ◽  
Xiaomin Dong ◽  
Tao Wang ◽  
Zhengmu Zhou ◽  
Yaqin Zhou
Keyword(s):  
Dynamic Range ◽  
Fluid Flows ◽  
Mr Damper ◽  
Viscous Damping ◽  
The Novel ◽  
The Finite Element Method ◽  
Damping Force ◽  
Damping Characteristics ◽  
Magneto Rheological ◽  
The Mathematical Model

This paper presents the damping characteristics of a linear magneto-rheological (MR) damper with dual controllable ducts based on numerical and experimental analysis. The novel MR damper consisting of a dual-rod cylinder system and a MR valve is used to reduce the influences of viscous damping force and improve dynamic range. Driven by the dual-rod cylinder system, MR fluid flows in the MR valve. The pressure drop of the MR valve with dual independent controllable ducts can be controlled by tuning the current of two independent coils. Based on the mathematical model and the finite element method, the damping characteristics of the MR damper is simulated. A prototype is designed and tested on MTS machine to evaluate its damping characteristics. The results show that the working states and damping force of the MR damper can be controlled by the two independent coils.

Magneto-Rheological (MR) Damper Design for High-Flowrate Suspensions

2013 ◽  
Author(s):  
Riaan F. Meeser ◽  
P. Schalk Els ◽  
Sudhir Kaul
Keyword(s):  
Mr Damper ◽  
Damping Force ◽  
Mr Fluid ◽  
Bingham Plastic ◽  
Damping Characteristics ◽  
Final Design ◽  
Variable Damping ◽  
Input Variables ◽  
Damper Design ◽  
Magneto Rheological

This paper presents the design of a magneto-rheological (MR) damper for an off-road vehicle where large suspension travel and high flow rates, as compared to typical passenger car suspensions, are required. The MR damper is expected to enhance the capability of the suspension system by allowing variable damping due to inherent properties of the MR fluid. MR fluids exhibit a reversible behavior that can be controlled with the intensity of a magnetic field, allowing a change in the effective viscosity and thereby in the damping characteristics of the fluid. A mathematical model of the proposed damper has been developed using the Bingham plastic model so as to determine the necessary geometry for the damper designed in this study, using the fluid flow rate and current to the electromagnet as the input variables. The model is used to compute the damping force, and the analytical results show that the designed MR damper provides the required range of damping force for the specific vehicle setup that is being used for this study. A valve-mode MR fluid channel has been designed such that the required minimum damping is reached in the off-state, and the desired maximum damping is reached in the on-state. For manufacturing and size considerations, the final design incorporates a triple pass layout with the MR fluid flowing through the three passages that are arranged in an S-shape so as to minimize the cross section of the electromagnet core.

Passenger Comfort Analysis in an Automotive Considering a Magneto-Rheological Damper based Suspension

2017 ◽  
Vol 8 (4) ◽  
Author(s):  
R.B. Soujanya ◽  
D.D. Jebaseelan ◽  
S. Kannan
Keyword(s):  
Ride Comfort ◽  
Mr Damper ◽  
Nonlinear Behaviour ◽  
Passive Damping ◽  
Damping Force ◽  
The Road ◽  
Mr Dampers ◽  
Moving Vehicles ◽  
Magneto Rheological ◽  
Multi Body

Passenger’s comfort in moving vehicles depends on the quality of the ride. The major cause of discomfort is the vibration transmitted to passengers due to the road irregularities. For a comfortable ride on a vehicle, vibration must stay within prescribed standards. In the present work, an attempt was made to show that, the vibrations can be limited with the use of Magneto-rheological (MR) dampers for varying road profiles than the passive damping methods. MR dampers are semi-active control devices that use MR fluids to produce controllable damping force as they are known to exhibit nonlinear behaviour. Multi body dynamic studies were done to study the response of the system using a quarter car model. In this paper, passive damping (viscous damping) was considered at natural frequency of 1.012Hz, the response of damping was observed after 10s and the acceleration was found to be 6m/s2. When MR damper is employed as the magnetic force increases, the response of the damping was better than the passive damping, at 1.2A it comes down to 0.55m/s2, and the vibration gets dampened after 1.75s. Hence, from this study it is concluded that the MR damper can be employed in automobile for better ride comfort.

Research on a Composite Polynomial Model for Magnetorheological Damper

2012 ◽  
Vol 482-484 ◽  
pp. 843-847
Author(s):  
Jia Ling Yao ◽  
Wen Ku Shi ◽  
Jin Feng Lu
Keyword(s):  
Experimental Data ◽  
Nonlinear Behavior ◽  
Mr Damper ◽  
Open Loop ◽  
Polynomial Model ◽  
Magnetorheological Damper ◽  
Damping Force ◽  
Loop Control ◽  
Proposed Model ◽  
Loop Control System

The reported mathematical models of magnetorheological (MR) damper cannot make a good tradeoff among reflecting the damper’s nonlinear behavior and controllability. Damping characteristic experiments have been conducted on a MR damper. A composite polynomial model has been proposed integrating the experimental investigation and the polynomial model, in which the plot of polynomial coefficient vs. current is divided into two sections to reflect the property of the current saturation, meanwhile, the affections of exciting amplitude and frequency are considered in this model. The reverse model of the proposed model is easy to be obtained, so it is convenient to realize an open-loop control system to achieve a desirable damping force. The parameters of this model are identified using experimental data in a certain frequency and amplitude, as well as diverse currents. Compared numerical simulation with experimental data, it is verified that the proposed model can accurately predict the damping force without modifying the parameters of the model when frequency, amplitude and current changed.

scholarly journals A General Modeling Approach for Shock Absorbers: 2 DoF MR Damper Case Study

2021 ◽  
Vol 7 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jorge de-J. Lozoya-Santos ◽  
Juan C. Tudon-Martinez ◽  
Ruben Morales-Menendez ◽  
Olivier Sename ◽  
Andrea Spaggiari ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mathematical Model ◽  
Degrees Of Freedom ◽  
Linear Models ◽  
Mr Damper ◽  
Shock Absorbers ◽  
Magneto Rheological ◽  
The Mathematical Model ◽  
Force Displacement ◽  
Standard Tests

A methodology is proposed for designing a mathematical model for shock absorbers; the proposal is guided by characteristic diagrams of the shock absorbers. These characteristic diagrams (Force-Displacement, Velocity-Acceleration) are easily constructed from experimental data generated by standard tests. By analyzing the diagrams at different frequencies of interest, they can be classified into one of seven patterns, to guide the design of a model. Finally, the identification of the mathematical model can be obtained using conventional algorithms. This methodology has generated highly non-linear models for 2 degrees of freedom magneto-rheological dampers with high precision (2–10% errors).

Design and Development of Magneto Rheological Dampers for Bicycle Suspensions

1999 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mehdi Ahmadian
Keyword(s):  
Dynamic Performance ◽  
Mr Damper ◽  
Test Results ◽  
Design And Development ◽  
Damping Force ◽  
Mr Fluid ◽  
Performance Improvements ◽  
Mr Dampers ◽  
Force Velocity ◽  
Magneto Rheological

Abstract The design and fabrication of a magneto rheological (MR) damper for bicycle suspension applications is addressed. Two 1998 Judy® Dampers are retrofitted with MR valves, to achieve the damping force adjustability that the MR fluid offers. One design attempts to use as many of the Judy® Damper components as possible. The second design significantly modifies the Judy® Damper, to better accommodate the MR valve and ease of fabrication and assembly, although fitting into the same envelope as the Judy® damper for a direct retrofit. The two MR dampers are fabricated and assembled for force-velocity characterization testing. The test results show that properly-designed MR dampers can provide significant dynamic performance improvements, as compared to conventional passive bicycle dampers.

Design and Performance Analysis on MR-Shock Absorber

2014 ◽  
Vol 984-985 ◽  
pp. 648-655
Author(s):  
M.L. Brabin Nivas ◽  
T. Prabaharan ◽  
J. Libin ◽  
T. Bibin Jose
Keyword(s):  
Magnetic Field ◽  
Mr Damper ◽  
Fast Response ◽  
Damping Force ◽  
Clear Fluid ◽  
Carrier Fluid ◽  
Fluid Turbulence ◽  
Mr Fluids ◽  
And Performance ◽  
Magneto Rheological

Abst r a c t -Magneto rheological aqueous is an old advancing to the bazaar at top speed. Excellent appearance like fast response, simple interface amid electrical ability ascribe and automated ability output, and absolute controllability accomplish MRF technology adorable for abounding applications.The aim of this project is preparation of MR-fluids by using the different types of carrier fluid mixed with iron powder and stability and magnetic properties are analysed. Thesedimentation of iron particles can be reduced by using additives. The sedimentation can be analysed by boundary variation of the clear fluid to the fluid turbulence. The viscosity of smart fluid can be increased by varying the applied magnetic field.The performance of the MR-damper depends on the applied maximum magnetic field and the hydraulic circuit design. The MR-damper force by increasing the magnetic field can be analysed by sing the FEMM V4 Software.Damping force depends on the excitation of current and magnetic field.Key words: Rheological, magnetic field, damping force, FEMM, flux density

INVESTIGATION OF MR DAMPER INFLUENCE ON PATROL VEHICLE VIBRATIONS LIMITATION WITH NUMERICAL SIMULATION

2011 ◽  
Vol 159 (1) ◽  
pp. 294-301
Author(s):  
Maciej ZAJĄC ◽  
Wiesław GRZESIKIEWICZ ◽  
Michał MAKOWSKI
Keyword(s):  
Numerical Simulation ◽  
Control Algorithm ◽  
Mr Damper ◽  
Vehicle Suspension ◽  
Damping Force ◽  
Vertical Accelerations ◽  
Magneto Rheological

This paper describes a control algorithm for a damping system equipped with a magneto-rheological damper (MR). A method of vibration limitation by a controlled MR damper has been presented. The model of the vehicle suspension has been built using DADS software and the control algorithm in the Simulink software. As a criterion of optimising the damping force, the index characterising vertical accelerations has been used.

Damping force characteristics of electrorheological shock absorbers with different electrode designs

2010 ◽  
Vol 224 (2) ◽  
pp. 293-304 ◽  
Author(s):  
Y-M Han ◽  
M-S Seong ◽  
S-B Choi ◽  
N M Wereley
Keyword(s):  
Shock Absorber ◽  
Equations Of Motion ◽  
Design Parameters ◽  
Damping Force ◽  
Passenger Vehicles ◽  
Shock Absorbers ◽  
Car Suspension ◽  
Field Dependent ◽  
The Time Domain ◽  
Er Fluid

This article presents the effect of electrode design parameters on the damping force of an electrorheological (ER) shock absorber for passenger vehicles. As a first step, an ER fluid is synthesized by dispersing arabic gum particles into non-conducting oil, and its field-dependent Bingham characteristics are experimentally evaluated. The Bingham model of the ER fluid is then formulated and incorporated with the governing equations of motion of the ER shock absorber. Subsequently, several ER shock absorbers are designed and manufactured with various electrode designs, which have three different electrode gaps, lengths, and materials, respectively. The field-dependent damping force of the manufactured shock absorbers is demonstrated in the time domain and compared with simulation results. In addition, the vibration control performance of a quarter-car suspension system is presented and compared with different electrode gaps and lengths.

Modeling of Passive Adaptive MR Damper

2011 ◽  
Vol 311-313 ◽  
pp. 2187-2191 ◽  
Author(s):  
Xiao Lei Gu ◽  
Zhi Feng Tang ◽  
Fu Zai Lv ◽  
Lei Liu
Keyword(s):  
Magnetic Circuit ◽  
Mr Damper ◽  
Damping Force ◽  
Bingham Model ◽  
Energy Devices ◽  
Inverse Effect ◽  
New Type ◽  
Self Adaptation ◽  
Magnetomechanical Effect ◽  
Mr Effect

Passive adaptive MR damper is a new type of damper based on GMM inverse effect and MR effect, and it doesn’t need energy devices and can realize external force self-adaptation. A model of passive adaptive MR damper is established based on Jiles-Atherton model, the law of approach for the magnetomechanical effect, the magnetic circuit law and Bingham model. Experimental results show that the value of damping force is related to displacement and velocity: the larger the displacement, the greater the damping force; the faster the speed, the greater the damping force. This is consistent with the model.

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