What is the main function of the suspension system?

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The main function of the suspension system is to manage all forces and moments between the wheels and the vehicle body, such as supporting forces, braking forces, and driving forces. It also mitigates impact loads transmitted from uneven road surfaces to the body, dampens resulting vibrations, ensures passenger comfort, and reduces dynamic loads on cargo and the vehicle itself. The suspension system consists of shock absorbers, elastic elements, and guiding mechanisms. To control wheel travel and prevent interference between suspension components and other parts of the body or frame, bump stops are generally installed. In most passenger cars and buses, to avoid excessive lateral roll angles during cornering, anti-roll bars (or stabilizer bars) are commonly added.