Vehicle Suspension Systems Quiz

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Prevent the wheel from touching the road surface
Keep the road wheel in contact with the road surface as much as possible (correct)
Minimize contact with the road surface
Create distance between the wheel and the road surface

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The suspension system connects the tires, tire air, springs, shock absorbers, and linkages of a vehicle.

The primary function is to maintain road wheel contact with the road surface as much as possible.

Leaf springs began appearing on certain types of carriages in the 18th century.

Leather straps called thoroughbraces replaced iron chains in ox-drawn carts by the 17th century.

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Suspension tuning aims to find the right compromise between road holding/handling and ride quality.

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The suspension system of a vehicle connects the wheels to the vehicle's frame or body.

The primary function of the suspension system is to isolate the vehicle from the road surface, absorbing shocks and vibrations to improve ride quality and handling.

Leaf springs began appearing on carriages in the 18th century, replacing earlier suspension systems.

By the 17th century, leather straps replaced iron chains in the suspension system of ox-drawn carts.

The purpose of tuning suspensions in vehicles is to optimize the ride, handling, and stability of the vehicle, often involving adjusting parameters such as spring rates, damping, and ride height.