Suspension springs, damping and NVHLaajuus (3 ECTS)

Objective

Upon completion of this course the student knows the types of spring suspensions and vibration dampers used in various vehicles and how they can be matched to the requirements of vehicles and how to dimension them mathematically

Content

1.Spring mass system, vibrations, natural frequency
2. Driving comfort
3. Springoptions
4. Spring dimension calculation
5. Different types of dampers
6. Damper dimension calculation

Qualifications

Wheel suspension system and handling

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student is familiar with the basic principles of suspension springs, dampers and mechanical vibrations and is aware of the most commonly used structural solutions for vehicles.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The student will have a good command of the basic principles of suspension springs, dampers and mechanical vibrations and is aware of the most commonly used structural solutions in vehicles, understands how they work and is able to explain their effects on the functioning of the vehicle.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student will have an excellent command of the basic principles of suspension springs, dampers and mechanical vibrations and is aware of the most commonly used structural solutions in vehicles. The student demonstrates a deeper understanding of their functioning and is able to calculate the required properties for components.