The Shock Absorber Handbook - Tapa dura

A comprehensive treatment of the theory and practice behind the automotive damper. Topics include: alternative damper configurations; valve design and related fluid dynamics; and installation. The author provides a high level of technical detail whilst keeping the tone informative and readable. Theory is well-balanced with practical information on the installation and testing of damper systems. This handbook contains information on the subject of vehicle dampers and as such should be of interest to vehicle designers as well as providing a reference source in higher education and postgraduate study.

John C Dixon, Senior Lecturer, Open University, UK