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Vehicle suspension in which compressed air is used as a spring.
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Air suspension — is a type of vehicle suspension powered by an engine driven or electric air pump or compressor. This pump pressurizes the air, using compressed air as a spring. Air suspension replaces conventional steel springs. If the engine is left off for an… … Wikipedia
air suspension — air suspension, a method of suspending a vehicle, such as an automobile, on its axles, that utilizes a piston supported by a chamber of compressed air instead of a metal spring at each suspension point … Useful english dictionary
air suspension — A suspension system using air rather than metal springs to support the vehicle and control ride motions. Air springing results in a smoother ride, because the natural frequency of vibration of an air spring does not vary with loading as it does… … Dictionary of automotive terms
air suspension — /ˈɛə səspɛnʃən/ (say air suhspenshuhn) noun → pneumatic suspension …
air suspension power booster — A type of power booster that contains atmospheric pressure in both chambers of the booster when the brake pedal is at rest. When the pedal is applied, the front chamber is opened to manifold vacuum causing the diaphragm of the booster to move… … Dictionary of automotive terms
air-cushion machine — ▪ vehicle Introduction also called ground effect machine, or hovercraft, any of the machines characterized by movement in which a significant portion of the weight is supported by forces arising from air pressures developed around the… … Universalium
suspension — [1] The assembly of springs, shock absorbers, torsion bars, joints, arms, etc., that cushions the shock of bumps on the road and serves to keep the wheels in constant contact with the road, thereby improving control and traction. [2] A mixture of … Dictionary of automotive terms
air spring — Mach. a springlike support utilizing the compressibility of air confined behind a piston in a cylinder. * * * ▪ mechanics load carrying component of an air suspension system used on machines, automobiles, and buses. A system used on buses… … Universalium
suspension system — A system that cushions the passenger compartment of the vehicle from the bumps and shocks caused by the wheels moving over irregular road surfaces. Includes springs, shock absorbers, steering linkage, upper and lower control arms, torsion bars,… … Dictionary of automotive terms
air spring — A high pressure air filled spring used in the suspension fork of some bicycles. See air bellows air suspension … Dictionary of automotive terms
