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Suspension Geometry & Vehicle Dynamics


Geometry and Kinematics

  • Camber Change with Bump and Droop
  • Instantaneous Centres – Roll Centre Height and Motion, VSAL
  • Contact Patch Deflection (Track Change)
  • Pitch Geometry – Anti Squat and Anti Drive
  • Steering Geometry – KPI, Bump Steer, Scrub Radius

Dynamics

  • Braking Analysis – Pitch and Rake
  • Spring Rates and Natural Frequencies
  • Tyre Characteristics
  • Cornering Dynamics – Turn in and Apex – Roll
  • Corner Exit under Power – Balance, Stability, Traction – Traction Ellipse and Vector Analysis, Roll, Pitch, Diagonal Pitch
  • Integration with Aerodynamics (CFD and instrumented tests)
  • Damping Analysis – Detailed Performance Recommendations
  • Anti Roll Bar Stiffness / Design

Simulation – Full Lap Simulation to optimise

  • Mechanical Set Up
  • Aerodynamic Settings (Drag & Downforce)
  • Gear Ratios

 

Suspension Geometry and Vehicle Dynamics