METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR SUSPENSION LOCK OUT AND SIGNAL GENERATION

摘要

Methods and apparatus for regulating the function of a suspension system are disclosed herein. Suspension characteristics often contribute to the efficiency of a suspended system. Depending on the desired operating parameters of the suspended system, it may be desirable to alter the functional characteristics of the suspension from time to time in order to maintain or increase efficiency. The suspension hereof may be selectively locked into a substantially rigid configuration, and the damping fluid may be phase separated and/or cooled to increase damping rate during use (or offset rate degradation). The suspension hereof may generate power usable to achieve any or all of the foregoing or to be stored for use elsewhere in the suspended system or beyond.

主权项

1. A vehicle suspension damper comprising:
A first vehicle support member; A second vehicle support member, the first and second support members movable relative to one another along a substantially common axis;
A power generating assembly including a sensor configured for sensing relative movement between the support members and a conductor configured for conducting power to a power using member.