SIMULATION ANALYSIS OF AN AUTOMOTIVE ELECTROMAGNETIC SUSPENSION SYSTEM FOR ENHANCED VEHICLE STABILITY

Authors

  • Hidayatullah Mohammad Ali

Keywords:

Electromagnetic Suspension, PID Control, Ride Comfort, Vehicle Stability, Suspension Travel

Abstract

This study presents a simulation-based analysis of an electromagnetic active suspension system integrated with a proportional-integral-derivative (PID) control strategy, aimed at improving vehicle stability and ride comfort. The system, which is based on the traditional McPherson passive suspension structure, is designed to control suspension performance quickly without contact and friction. The effectiveness of the system is evaluated through MATLAB/Simulink simulations using a half-vehicle, four-degree-of-freedom model to assess dynamic behavior under varied driving conditions. Key performance indicators such as body acceleration, pitch angle acceleration, and suspension travel were examined to quantify improvements. The proposed system achieved reductions of 27% in body acceleration, 22% in pitch angle acceleration, 17% in front suspension travel, and 42.4% in rear suspension travel compared to conventional suspension setups. This research showing improvements in handling, ride comfort, and system adaptability to road conditions. In addition to improved vehicle dynamics, the design contributes to lower maintenance needs and reduced environmental impact, making it a promising framework for the development of advanced automotive suspension technologies aimed at improving safety, comfort, and energy efficiency.

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Published

2026-01-11

How to Cite

Mohammad Ali, . H. (2026). SIMULATION ANALYSIS OF AN AUTOMOTIVE ELECTROMAGNETIC SUSPENSION SYSTEM FOR ENHANCED VEHICLE STABILITY. Journal of Mechanical Engineering and Technology (JMET), 17(2), 34–55. Retrieved from https://jmet.utem.edu.my/jmet/article/view/6463

Issue

Vol. 17 No. 2

Section

Automotive Engineering

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