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Unusual rear multi-link suspension
Below is a Mercedes rear multi-link (EQA I believe). I say it's unusual as it's clearly a multi-link with two lower links, one upper and a longitudinal, however the longitudinal seems to be very thin piece of sheet metal that's fixed on the knuckle side. First of all, does this not constraint...- Despo8
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- Forum: Automotive suspension engineering
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Tie rod force and castor effect
Hi, I'm trying to understand how forces work through the steering system and their effects on the dynamics of the vehicle. My understanding is that the lateral force at the tyre induces a mount around the kingpin axis location (and if we only consider lateral forces, then only the castor...- Despo8
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- Forum: Automotive suspension engineering
