MacKenzie Angeledes

Results:

The finished suspension system allows for a greater range of vertical axle travel than required, at 4.5 inches versus the 3 inches as required. Additionally, increasing the diameter of the wheel used at the rear axle would allow for additional travel.

The suspension system deflects less than 0.125 inches (1/8th inch) left to right after installation of a Panhard bar, and deflected less than 1 inch prior to installation.

The system cost less than $1000.00 USD to produce, and was constructed and tested in the time frame required.

All in all, the project was a success and is ready for other Central Washington University students to work on and improve in the future under the guidance of the Electric Vehicle Club.