MagneRide™ Controlled Suspension System

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MagneRide consists of four monotube dampers, a sensor set and an on-board Electronic Control Unit (ECU). The magneto-rheological (MR) fluid used in the dampers is a suspension of …

Bi-State Real Time Damping Controlled Suspension System

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In a passive damper suspension system the vehicle behavior is always a compromise between low or “soft” damping levels for cruising comfort and high or “firm” damping levels …

Manual Selectable Ride

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In a passive damper suspension system, the vehicle behavior is always a compromise between low or “soft” damping levels for cruising comfort and high or “firm” damping levels …

ASBS (Active Stabilizer Bar Systems)

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BWIGroup, Active Stabiliser Bar Systems are a family of products that improve vehicle comfort and handling, especially during cornering maneuvers. When the vehicle is …

Magneto-Rheological Mounts

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BWIGroup, a leading global supplier of ride control systems, has recently introduced into production a powertrain mount using magneto-rheological technology. Magneto …

Passive Shock Absorbers and Struts

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BWIGroup passive dampers technology in combination with manufacturing flexibility allowed for joining contradictory production strategies: top quality product with …

Damper Modules

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BWIGroup provides not only dampers (struts and shock absorbers), but also complete damper modules. These modules can use either passive or controlled dampers. For those …

Electronic Level Control Systems

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An Electronic Level Control System (ELCS) uses suspension dampers equipped with external inflatable air bags to control the height of the corners of the vehicle. The dampers …

Air Spring Modules

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The BWI McPherson Strut Suspension Module was born from a challenging customer requirement requesting an air spring module with side load compensation. This was successfully …

Corner Module

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A brake corner module or assembly typically consists of the wheel end braking components engineered and pre-assembled into a module that can easily be assembled to the …

Brake Apply

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Brake apply systems consist of boosters and master cylinders. The booster takes the mechanical input force from the brake pedal and amplifies it with engine vacuum …

Drum Brakes

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In a drum brake, the pressurized fluid from the master cylinder actuates pistons in the wheel cylinder. The pistons force the drum shoe and lining friction material …

Calipers

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A caliper assembly typically consists of a machined caliper housing with pistons, seals / boots, machined bracket, shoe and linings, and a pin suspension system that …

Rotors & Drums

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The rotor (or disc) is a cast iron component in a disc brake system. The main function of the rotor is to dissipate the heat that is generated during braking events. The …

Knuckles

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The knuckle attaches the wheel end braking components to the suspension. Knuckles are typically custom designed for each application per customer vehicle and loading …

Antilock Brake Systems

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Anti-lock brake systems (ABS) have been a key safety feature on vehicles since the 1980’s. Monitoring wheel speed inputs, the system senses when the driver brakes harder …

Electronic Stability Control

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Electronic Stability Control (ESC) systems were introduced in the mid 1990’s to improve vehicle stability at the limits of adhesion. By monitoring driver intent and actual …

System Design

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Many factors influence the design of a chassis. The requirements include mass, cost, ride, handling, styling, loads, assembly, and packaging. Chassis system design is the …

System Design

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A vehicle’s brake system allows the driver to slow or stop the vehicle and prevents a stationary vehicle from moving. The major components of a vehicle’s brake system…

Antilock Brake Systems(ABS)

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Antilock Brake Systems (ABS) for two wheel vehicles provide extra security during hard braking. By electronically monitoring wheel speeds, impending wheel skid can be …