What are the types of independent suspension?
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Independent suspension types include: double wishbone, single wishbone, longitudinal arm, single trailing arm, multi-link, and MacPherson strut (link arm/swing arm) suspension. Currently, the most commonly used forms are the following three: double wishbone independent suspension, MacPherson independent suspension, and single trailing arm independent suspension. Independent suspension means each wheel is individually mounted to the body or axle via a suspension system, with the axle being of a split type, where the middle section is fixed to the frame or body. This type of suspension ensures that impacts on one wheel do not affect the other, and it is relatively lightweight with excellent cushioning and shock absorption capabilities, providing superior ride comfort. All performance indicators are better than those of non-independent suspension. However, this suspension system is more complex in structure and can also complicate the drive axle and steering system.