Description

Theory/Practice
1

Laboratory
2

Instructors

Pedro Paiva

Contents

CP1: Concepts and definitions: degrees of freedom, unsprung masses.
CP2: Suspension elements: springs and shock absorbers, arms, rods and joints.
CP3: Suspension geometries: rigid axle, double wishbone, McPherson; DeDion axle, swing arm, semi-rigid axle, cantilevered suspension; efforts on suspension components.
CP4: Steering systems: steering parameters. Kingpin angle, scrub radius, caster angle, caster trail; camber and convergence; systems of forces and moments in the steering, slip angle; Akerman geometry.
CP5: Brake systems: actuation systems, drum and disc brakes.
CP6: Vehicle dynamic: parasites and induced movements in camber, caster and convergence; conditions of stability, load transfer in acceleration, braking and curves, body roll, roll center, anti-dive, anti-lift and others.

Learning Outcomes

OB1: Acquire knowledge and skills on the suspension systems, steering and brakes in cars
OB2: Identify the different systems (suspension, steering and brakes) used, their advantages and disadvantages and their influence on vehicle dynamic behavior
OB3: Promote and develop critical study of existing solutions
OB4: Promote and develop alteration, modification, adaptation and rationalization of existing solutions
OB5: Being able to design and develop new solutions