Vehicle Suspension System with Multi-Axis Variable Path Control
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional vehicle suspension systems have remained largely unchanged, failing to effectively address the specialized requirements of modern vehicles, particularly in terms of directional control and stability across varying terrain and obstacles.
Innovation Solution
A suspension system utilizing multiple suspension arrangements that allow a suspended assembly to move along variable paths, combining horizontal and vertical motions to define a surface area or volume, incorporating telescopic shock absorbers and articulated linkages for enhanced stability and control, and integrating steering and rotational drive mechanisms for multi-axis functionality.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Stability of the object's composition
If conventional suspension systems are used, then device complexity is reduced, but vehicle stability and directional control are insufficient
Solution Approach 1:
The suspension system is divided into multiple independent suspension arrangements (first and second suspension arrangements) that can be optimized separately. Each arrangement handles specific aspects of vehicle stability, allowing complex stability control to be achieved through modular components rather than a monolithic complex system.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces movement along variable paths that are not simply vertical or horizontal, but combine multiple dimensions of motion. The suspended assembly moves through a three-dimensional space defined by multiple paths, adding dimensional complexity to achieve superior stability without proportionally increasing system complexity.
2Adaptability or versatility
If single-path suspension movement is used, then device complexity is reduced, but adaptability to diverse terrain is insufficient
Solution Approach 1:
The suspension system transitions from static single-path movement to dynamic multi-path movement. The suspended assembly can adapt its movement path in real-time based on terrain conditions, combining horizontal and vertical motions dynamically to optimize performance across diverse terrains while maintaining manageable system complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The combined suspension arrangements provide multiple functions within a unified system: they handle both horizontal and vertical movements, adapt to various terrain types, and maintain vehicle stability. This multi-functionality achieves high terrain adaptability without requiring entirely separate systems for each function.
3Ease of operation
If limited range of motion is used, then device complexity is reduced, but handling performance is insufficient
Solution Approach 1:
The total range of motion is segmented into two distinct paths handled by separate suspension arrangements. The first path handles primary movement while the second path provides supplementary movement, allowing each arrangement to be optimized for its specific motion range while collectively achieving enhanced handling performance.
Data Source
AI summary
A position adjusting system for use in a vehicle includes a seat for supporting a rider, a rear wheel and a steerable front wheel, a steering arrangement including a handle bar for allowing the rider to control the steerable wheel, and a hub for interconnecting the components of the wheeled vehicle. The steerable wheel is steerable about at least two axes. The position adjusting system includes an adjustable seat support movably connected to the hub, an adjustable handle bar support movably connected to the hub, and a releasable position locking system configured to lock the position of the components of the vehicle relative to the hub. The hub includes a first portion and second portion, wherein the first and second portions are moveably connected to one another, such as by pivoting, sliding, or a combination of pivoting and sliding.