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Kinematics and elastokinematics of independent multi-link suspension of axle using flexible supporting elements
Vrána, Tomáš ; Kovanda, Jan (advisor) ; Ladislav, Ladislav (referee)
This thesis deals with elasto-kinematic properties of multi-link rear suspension system, based on simulations. The creation of computational model and simulation of elastokinematics are based on specialized modules of the HyperWorks software. The thesis idea is to create new models and improve their properties. The chapter introduction presents and discusses the current knowledge state in the issue of elasto-kinematic characteristics of the vehicle suspension. Previously published works are presented in this section. The following section defines basic terms, features and design elements concerning the topic vehicle suspension and vehicle axle, which can help readers to orientate in this field. The first part of the thesis is focused on the collection of high-quality input data to create the MBS computational model based on the real suspension components. The determination of kinematic suspension points, experimental measurements of inertia moments of supporting elements of the suspension and measurements of deformation characteristics of rubber-metal bushings are presented in the thesis. There are also measuring characteristics of force elements such as springs or shock absorbers. Then the proposed method of measuring elasto-kinematic characteristics of the suspension using testing machine for model validation is also introduced. The second and main part is devoted to creating a new MBS simulation models of multi-link rear suspension using HyperWorks system. The suspension model is improved by successive steps, from kinematic model, through model with flexibility of the bushings, to the complex model in which the flexible properties of all supporting elements are reflected. The properties of the used models are described together with arising calculation problems. The results discuss the impact of elements flexibility and individual structural alternatives on elasto-kinematic characteristics of the suspension system.

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