What are the components of a suspension system?

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SanJonathan
07/29/25 1:00pm
A typical suspension structure consists of elastic elements, guiding mechanisms, and shock absorbers, with some configurations also including buffer blocks and anti-roll bars. Elastic elements come in various forms such as leaf springs, air springs, coil springs, and torsion bar springs. Modern passenger car suspensions mostly use coil springs and torsion bar springs, while some high-end vehicles employ air springs. The suspension system refers to all the force-transmitting connection devices between the vehicle's frame (or unibody) and the axles (or wheels). Its function is to transmit forces and torques acting between the wheels and the frame, while cushioning impacts from uneven road surfaces transmitted to the frame or body, thereby reducing resulting vibrations to ensure smooth vehicle operation.
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