Peculiarities of determination of vehicle suspension guiding device kinematics in the design process

Abstract

Introduction (problem statement and relevance). All over the world, automobile manufacturers and research engineers pay a lot of attention to improving vehicle consumer properties. The correct selection of target parameters of vehicle systems at the initial stage of design work is the major factor influencing the subsequent demand for product in the market. This paper investigates the target parameters of vehicle suspension systems and identifies the target ranges for various chassis kinematics and elastokinetics parameters. Taking into account the worldwide trend of vehicle design timing shortening, this is a relevant task.The purpose of the study is, using the statistical analysis methods, to determine the target ranges of vehicle suspension guiding device characteristics and to analyze the data presented in the references.Methodology and research methods. During the paper preparation, the statistical analysis methods were used; also, the references and recommendations given therein were reviewed and analyzed.Scientific novelty and results. The study proposes advisory ranges of vehicle suspension kinematics and elastokinetics parameters.Practical significance. Using the study results at the initial stage of vehicle design will allow shortening its duration as the parameters given in the paper can be used before the complete target deployment and vehicle chassis development technical assignment issuance.