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Suspension system having active compensation for vibration

US7887033B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 10, 2006
Grant dateFeb 15, 2011
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Expiry dateNov 19, 2028

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60N2/525
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A suspension system for a seat of a vehicle comprises a base, a linkage, and a seat attached to the base via the linkage. A pneumatic shock absorber provides a respective resistance level against movement of the seat with respect to the base based on a corresponding pressure level of air or gas within the pneumatic shock absorber. An output member of a linear motor is connected to the seat via a bracket. A first sensor is arranged to detect first sensor data associated with an instantaneous position of the seat versus time. A controller generates at least one of a first control signal for the linear motor to change a height of the seat in opposition to a change in the instantaneous position of the seat and a second control signal to change the pressure level.

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