The active suspension system is capable of reacting rapidly and frequently to changing driving conditions and responds to control signals with a high degree of resolution. This system provides lower power consumption with less noise than comparable active suspension applications. Areas of Application Automotive suspension systems, and all other vehicles with suspension systems such as trucks, motorcycles, trailers, motorhomes, etc. Main Advantage of Invention A lightweight, fast reacting, active suspension system using piezoelectric elements to control the stiffness and damping of the suspension systems. Features Piezoelectric materials control stiffness and damping.
Programmable controller regulates excitation of piezoelectric materials.
Lower power consumption with less electrical noise. Benefits Lighter weight than conventional, hydraulic systems, means improved vehicle mileage. Suspension system reacts quickly and frequently to changing driving conditions for improved ride and better control. State of Development Patented method has been tested and proved to be effective in a prototype application in a controlled laboratory environment. The University seeks licensees to commercialize specific fields of use.