Autonomous control system for a 3 DOF pitch-plane suspension model with MR shock absorbers

The study is concerned with an autonomous control system (ACS) for a 3 DOF pitch-plane suspension model comprising magnetorheological shock absorbers (MRAs). The model simulating a pitch-plane vehicle suspension with two independent spring–MRA sets in front and rear sections and a driver’s seat suspension with the third spring–MRA set is presented. The development of the ACS based on phyCORE-MPC555 single board computer and rapid prototyping of real-time controllers are described. Results of experiments in the open loop and feedback systems for the tested application are provided.