Suspesnion system overview

What is a key requirement of a vehicle's suspension system?

• To reduce the vehicle's height

• To increase the vehicle's weight

• To maintain the best possible contact between the tyre and ground

• To make the vehicle faster

What is the difference between sprung and unsprung mass?

• Sprung mass is the weight of the tyres, unsprung mass is the weight of the passengers

• Sprung mass is supported by the suspension, unsprung mass follows the road surface

• Sprung mass is the weight of the engine, unsprung mass is the weight of the fuel

• Sprung mass is the weight of the vehicle's frame, unsprung mass is the weight of the doors

Which force is described as a pulling or stretching force?

• Tensile force

• Torsion force

• Shear force

• Compressive force

What is the purpose of a shock absorber in a suspension system?

• To change the vehicle's color

• To increase the vehicle's speed

• To control spring deflection and reduce oscillations

• To make the vehicle heavier

How do variable rate springs differ from constant rate springs?

• Variable rate springs are always softer

• Constant rate springs change stiffness with load

• Variable rate springs adjust stiffness based on load

• Constant rate springs are used only in trucks