Adjustable Suspension Leveling via Threaded Rod
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing suspension height modification methods are inefficient and costly, as they require disassembly and can negatively affect vehicle ride quality due to unpredictable effects on suspension geometry and increased angles between suspension components.
Innovation Solution
An adjustable suspension height modification apparatus that allows selective adjustment of suspension height without disassembly, using a securable top and bottom connection plate system with an inner adjustment member to modify the distance between them, maintaining original equipment geometrical arrangements and allowing for wheel camber adjustment.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Length of stationary object
If static spacers of fixed dimension are placed between the top of the strut assembly and the vehicle frame, then suspension height is increased, but the extent of height increase is predetermined and cannot be adjusted, and installation is time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies the dynamics principle by transforming the static, fixed-dimension spacer into a dynamic, adjustable mechanism. The adjustable suspension leveling apparatus includes a threaded rod that can be rotated to extend or retract, allowing the suspension height to be dynamically adjusted after installation. This enables the system to adapt to different height requirements while maintaining a compact stored position.
2Length of stationary object
If static spacers are used to increase suspension height, then vehicle frame height is raised, but the procedure for installation or removal is relatively time consuming and expensive
Solution Approach 1:
The adjustable mechanism allows height modification without complete disassembly. The threaded rod can be extended or retracted by rotation, enabling height adjustment while the apparatus remains installed on the vehicle suspension. This dramatically reduces the time and cost associated with repeated installation and removal procedures.
3Length of stationary object
If suspension height is increased using fixed spacers, then vehicle frame height is raised, but the effect on vehicle ride quality is unpredictable and may negatively affect ride quality due to increased angle between upper control arm and knuckle
Solution Approach 1:
The adjustable mechanism allows for fine-tuning of suspension height to achieve optimal ride quality. By enabling precise adjustment, the system can maintain the original equipment geometrical arrangement of suspension components, thereby preserving ride quality while still achieving the desired height increase.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent applies parameter changes by allowing continuous adjustment of the suspension height parameter. This enables optimization of multiple parameters simultaneously - height increase while maintaining acceptable ride quality through precise control of the adjustment mechanism.
4Adaptability or versatility
If a single device provides wide range of suspension height modification, then adaptability is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The adjustable suspension leveling apparatus serves multiple functions: it provides suspension height increase, allows for fine-tuning adjustment, and can be installed without disassembling the strut assembly. The threaded rod mechanism universally accommodates a wide range of height modifications while maintaining relatively simple construction.
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AI summary
A suspension height modification apparatus includes a first portion that is securable to a vehicular biasing suspension device and a second portion that is securable to a vehicular frame. The apparatus includes an axis along which a suspension height may be determined between the vehicular frame and the vehicular wheel assembly. The apparatus includes a movable portion which may be actuated along such axis to adjust suspension height, and a spacer device connectable between an upper ball joint stud and a steering knuckle.