WorksheetsSuspension Fundamentals
Total questions: 11
Worksheet time: 4mins
If a spring loaded with 200 pounds compresses 1 inch, how far would it compress if it were loaded with 300 pounds?
1 inch
1.5 inches
2 inches
3 inches
Which term describes the scenario in which a spring is compressing as the vehicle moves down and the suspension moves up?
Jounce
Rebound
Expansion
Resistance
Which vehicle would seem to have the lowest centre of gravity?
A full-size SUV
A lifted pickup truck
A cargo van
An F1 race car
What is the best definition of sprung weight?
Weight of parts support by the vehicle's suspension
Weight of parts NOT supported by vehicle's suspension
Weight of parts not secured to vehicle
Weight of non-essential components on the vehicle
What is the key result of minimizing unsprung weight?
Make suspension system heavier and stronger
Lower the vehicle's centre of gravity
Make suspension lighted and more reactive
Reduce the potential centrifugal force
Which type of friction is harder to overcome?
Static
Kinetic
Rolling
Which two surfaces would you expect to have the lowest coefficient of friction?
What component is commonly used to change sliding friction into rolling friction?
Spring steel
Friction bearing
Non-friction bearing
Drag link
Spring steel has low yield strength
True
False
Which component would you expect to be made of spring steel?
Torsion bar
Crankshaft
Valve train components
Wheel rim
Which of these components would be considered unsprung weight?
Rear axle
Transmission
Engine
Transfer case
