REGENERATIVE SHOCK ABSORBER

摘要

Regenerative shock absorber. A piston (12) is disposed for reciprocating motion within a cylinder as a vehicle's suspension system deflects. Hydraulic fluid passes through an hydraulic motor (20) to turn its shaft. The hydraulic motor shaft is connected to an electric generator (50) to generate electricity. Flow characteristics of hydraulic circuits are selected to provide suspension system damping for appropriate wheel control.