Regenerative Electromagnetic Shock Absorbers for Independent Suspension System

Suspension systems are an integral part of an automobile. They enhance the driving experience by isolating the vibrations and providing ride comfort to the passenger. The shock absorbers play a crucial role in this system. A shock absorber is a mechanical or hydraulic assembly used to absorb the vibrations and smoothen out any sudden shocks. This paper deals with the design of a shock absorbing system with a rack and pinion mechanism of a suitable gear ratio which harvests electric energy from the shocks and impulses generated during the driving. The integration of this system with hybrid or electric vehicles will result in the vehicle having a better range.