Optimization and comparative analysis of an AISD suspension system with inerter element for enhanced ride and handling

Abstract

This paper presents a comprehensive study on the modeling and optimization of an advanced suspension system, known as the Air Springs Inerter-Spring-Damper (AISD) system, incorporating an inerter element. A linear quarter car model is utilized to analyze the vibrational behavior of the AISD system when subjected to harmonic road disturbances. The steady-state response of the system is investigated by deriving the root mean square (RMS) values of the absolute relative displacement and acceleration of the sprung mass. To optimize the quarter car model, a criterion based on minimizing the absolute acceleration RMS while considering the relative displacement RMS is employed to calculate the inerter coefficient. The performance of the AISD suspension system is compared to that of both conventional quarter car systems and traditional air quarter car systems, with a focus on ride comfort and handling. The results demonstrate that the proposed AISD system outperforms the other two suspension systems, exhibiting a significant improvement in ride quality. Specifically, the AISD system achieves a 45% enhancement over the air suspension and an 82% improvement over the classic suspension system.