Vehicle dynamics and control for active safety.

This paper considers the present status of vehicle dynamics and control technology in ordinary and severe driving conditions. In ordinary driving the driver's feeling of pleasure, the optimisation of design parameters to realise this and confirmation of the driver's reaction are discussed. Open and closed loop system analyses are used. For severe driving conditions, accident avoidance mechanisms discussed include Super Strut suspension, safety guard systems and anti-spin regulators. Possible future systems which could be incorporated into intelligent vehicles are considered and developments already underway around the world are noted.