FUNCTIONAL TESTING OF THE VARIABLE GEOMETRY SUSPENSION (VGS) PROTOTYPE ON BUMPY ROAD CONDITIONS

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Vol. 2 No. 3 (2024): December: Diversity Logic Journal Multidisciplinary
Published: Dec 24, 2024
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Bumpy Road,
Single-link Angle,
Variable Geometry Suspension (VGS)

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Dafa Aditya Murti
Mechanical Engineering, Faculty of Vocational, State University of Surabaya
Miftachul Huda
Mechanical Engineering, Faculty of Vocational, State University of Surabaya
Ferly Isnomo Abdi
Mechanical Engineering, Faculty of Vocational, State University of Surabaya
Diah Wulandari
Mechanical Engineering, Faculty of Vocational, State University of Surabaya
Firman Yasa Utama
Mechanical Engineering, Faculty of Vocational, State University of Surabaya

Abstract

Background. Modern vehicles must prioritize comfort and safety, including the suspension system. While passive suspension systems are common, they struggle with excessive vibrations on uneven roads. Semi-active and active systems address this but are costly and complex. To solve this, a Variable Geometry Suspension (VGS) prototype was developed, integrating an active actuator into a passive system to adjust its geometry, providing performance comparable to active suspension systems.


Research Purpose. This study aims to examine the effect of single-link angle variations in the Variable Geometry Suspension (VGS) prototype on bumpy roads to determine the most comfortable single-link angle.


Research methods. This research employs a Research and Development (RnD) method by testing the single-link angle at 0°, 90° (reference angle), and 180°. Data collection was conducted by introducing road disturbances in the form of a bumpy road.


Findings. The testing results showed that the lowest Root Mean Square (RMS) value of the sprung-mass was at a single-link angle of 90°, with an RMS value of 0.72 m/s². This indicates a "Fairly Uncomfortable" level based on ISO 2631, with the damper on the unsprung-mass (ct) and tire stiffness (kt) disregarded, as well as the weight of the sprung-mass.


Conclusion. The VGS prototype's response to changes in the single-link angle on bumpy roads varies. However, the system effectively reduces vibrations at all angles, stabilizing the vehicle's body (sprung-mass) as the wheel (unsprung-mass) moves over uneven surfaces.

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Murti, D. A., Huda, M., Abdi, F. I., Wulandari, D., & Firman Yasa Utama. (2024). FUNCTIONAL TESTING OF THE VARIABLE GEOMETRY SUSPENSION (VGS) PROTOTYPE ON BUMPY ROAD CONDITIONS. DIVERSITY Logic Journal Multidisciplinary, 2(3), 129–139. https://doi.org/10.61543/div.v2i3.107
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