Shock absorbers dampen vibrations and reduce shocks, which are transferred to the body as a result of deformation of the elastic suspension elements when overrun …
Category Archives: Technique
Bus suspension
Construction of the front and rear air suspension of a Mercedes-Benz bus. Spring element (air spring) it is made in the form of a bellows with annular ribs. …
Pneumatic spring elements
Pneumatic spring elements used in some motor vehicles make it possible to adjust the spring hardness to the current load, while maintaining a constant height of the body in relation to the road. …
Torsion bars
Torsion bars are also often used in the construction of independent wheel suspension of passenger cars and off-road vehicles. The principle of operation of torsion bars as a spring element is by use …
Advantages of coil springs
Installing the spring in the car
The spring can be mounted above or below the axle (the sheath of the driving axle). In both cases it is attached to it with yokes. The front spring eye is …
Types of car springs
Car springs work under high variable loads. Therefore, in order to increase the fatigue strength, a special treatment called peeling is used. It is about this, that …
Types of spring elements of the suspension
Assembly and disassembly of the front axle
Assembly and disassembly of the front axle. Removing and disassembling the rigid front axle is not difficult. On the other hand, disassembly of the independent suspension requires special care, especially when removing springs …
Health and safety rules for the assembly and disassembly of the suspension
Health and safety rules when assembling and disassembling an axle or suspension. All work under the car is classified as hazardous, if the employee fails to take all necessary measures …