Moog & Motorsport: A Perfect Match

For over 20 years, Moog has been applying its most advanced motion control components and systems, to assist in the advance of motorsport technology.

The first involvement in the early 1980’s was in the field of active suspension, working with Team Lotus on the fully active suspension of the Lotus 92 Formula 1 car. Revolutionary in the extreme, this vehicle suspension dispensed completely with conventional springs and dampers. These were replaced with computer controlled hydraulic actuators. Controlled by Moog Series 30 aerospace servovalves, this system allowed infinitely variable control of vehicle pitch, roll, and ride height as well as spring and damper characteristics. This allowed the car to maintain a level attitude, reducing aerodynamic drag under acceleration. Handling was also enhanced, as it was possible to reduce or eliminate roll and the suspension characteristics were able to adapt to the track conditions. In practice a significant amount of engine power was required to power the hydraulics and the car was only moderately successful during the 1983 season.

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