Optimal - Steering and Suspension 2021

BALL JOINTS

A safety-critical part, the ball joint acts as a Block 1 pivot between the wheels and suspension, allowing the vehicle to be steered, whilst also ensuring a comfortable ride. Since it constantly pivots through multiple planes and angles, it is subject to significant stress and wear.

BUSHES

Designed to reduce vibrations and structure-borne noise, rubber-to- metal plays an important role in the steering and suspension set- up of modern vehicles.

Anti-Roll bar Bush

Control Arm Bush

PROPSHAFT COUPLING

A shaft coupling is a mechanical component that connects the drive shaft and driven shaft of a motor, etc., in order to transmit power. Shaft couplings introduce mechanical flexibility, providing tolerance for shaft misalignment. As a result, this coupling flexibility can reduce uneven wear on the bearing, equipment vibration, and other mechanical troubles due to misalignment.

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