MR fluid-based damping force control for vehicle cabin vibration suppression

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    Abstract

    The goals of the research contribution presented in this paper were to gather knowledge on the dynamic properties of adjustable magnetorheological fluid (MR fluid) dampers, to test and compare semi-active skyhook and fuzzy control algorithms and to gain expertise in the practical application of MR dampers and semi-active control methods. The research work included dynamic loading tests of a single MR damper to characterise dynamic damper force behaviour, plus computer simulations to design and compare different control system approaches. In the final phase, laboratory test bench measurements for a tractor cabin assembly equipped with MR dampers and a control system were conducted to test alternative control schemes and the complete system. The main conclusion is that the MR fluid-based semi-active vibration control system is a feasible new technique. It includes promising features for various suspension needs in mobile machines, for which better performing and cost-effective alternatives for rigid joints and passive suspension are required.
    Original languageEnglish
    Title of host publicationSmart materials and structures
    Subtitle of host publicationVTT Research Programme 2000-2002
    Place of PublicationEspoo
    PublisherVTT Technical Research Centre of Finland
    Pages51-66
    ISBN (Electronic)951-38-6279-8
    ISBN (Print)951-38-6278-X
    Publication statusPublished - 2003
    MoE publication typeA4 Article in a conference publication
    EventSmart materials and structures: VTT Research Program 2000–2002 - Espoo, Finland
    Duration: 4 Dec 20024 Dec 2002

    Publication series

    SeriesVTT Symposium
    Number225
    ISSN0357-9387

    Seminar

    SeminarSmart materials and structures
    Country/TerritoryFinland
    CityEspoo
    Period4/12/024/12/02

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