AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM

SUBMITTED BY DEEPAK SAXENA ROLL NO.1110440019 MECHANICAL ENGG.

WHAT IS SUSPENSION ??
Suspension

is the term given to the system of springs, shock absorbers and linkages that connects a vehicle to its wheels

OUTLINE
Role of Air Suspension System Principle Of Air Suspension Components of Air Suspension Types Of Suspension Advantages Conclusion

INTRODUCTION

The automatic air suspension system is an air-operated, microprocessor controlled suspension system. This system replaces the conventional coil spring suspension and provides automatic front and rear load leveling. The air bags, made of rubber and plastic, support the vehicle load at the front and rear wheels. Sir William Brush is the father of suspension system in automobiles.

ROLE OF AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM

The main role of air suspension system are as follows: It supports the weight of vehicle . Provides smoother ride for the driver and passengers i.e. acts as cushion. Protects your vehicle from damage and wear . It also plays a critical role in maintaining self driving conditions. It also keeps the wheels pressed firmly to the ground for traction . It isolates the body from road shocks and vibrations which would otherwise be transferred to the passengers and load.

PRINCIPLE OF

AIR SUSPENSION

Principle :-When a tire hits an obstruction, there is a

reaction force. The size of this reaction force depends on the unsprung mass at each wheel assembly. In general, the larger the ratio of sprung weight to unsprung weight, the less the body and vehicle occupants are affected by bumps, dips, and other surface imperfections such as small bridges. A large sprung weight to unsprung weight ratio can also impact vehicle control.

UNSPRUNG MASS-

SPRUNG MASS-

A COMPARISON OF SPRUNG WEIGHT AND UNSPRUNG WEIGHT

COMPONENTS OF AIR SUSPENSION- There are three fundamental components of air suspension system .

The air supply

Air bags Height control valves

AIR SUPPLY-

AIR BAGS

HEIGHT CONTROL VALVE

AIR SUSPENSION
Comprises of compressor , supplying air to air tank Pressure maintained 5.6 to 7 kg/sq.m Air bags on each wheel As load applied , air bags compressed actuating the leveling valve . Air from the tank fills the compressed air bag & hence raise the level of the frame. Air from air bag gets released as load on chassis decreases

Air suspension layout

ADVANTAGES OF AIR SUSPENSION

Excellent Suspension & Comfort to passengers Fully Automatic Level Control Good handling Shields the vehicle from damage Keeps the tires pressed firmly to ground Easy To Service Lifting & Lowering Function Increases life of vehicle

COMMON AIR SUSPENSION PROBLEMS

Air bag or air strut failure

- due to old age, or moisture within the air system that damages them from the inside.

Compressor failure

- Primarily due to leaking air springs or air struts

- Compressor burnout may also be caused by moisture from within the air system coming into contact with its electronic parts.
Dryer failure

- which functions to remove moisture from the air system

eventually becomes saturated and unable to perform that function

CONCLUSION
From the whole discussion in suspension system, I observe that suspension system is like a white blood cell .As white blood cell provides energy to our body to fight against diseases or viruses which try to destroy or try to decrease our life ,in the similar way suspension system provides the energy to a vehicle to protect itself from damaging, increasing life of the vehicle ,increases the handling, increases comfort of passengers and many more. So, according to me if you remove the suspension system, then you feel like in bull- cart in Audi , Mercedes types luxurious cars. The only difference is speed. So, the scope of Suspension System is Too Bright.