Computer Simulation of Ride Dynamics for the Design of Forest Machines
ABSTRACT COMPUTER simulation of vehicle dynamics can be used during the design of new machines to estimate ride quality. A methodology for the application of ride analysis during the equipment design process is reviewed in this report. As an illustrative example, a computer simulation of a forest vehicle was used to evaluate the ride of a hypothetical machine as it progressed through three iterations of the design. The current limitations of this design tool are also discussed.