ROCK MODE
MODE CHARACTER
Developed for rock
crawling. It maximizes ride
height and improves pitch
and roll stability during
slow speed crawling
maneuvers. Ideal for
driving over obstacles and
traversing hill peaks.
Incorporates Angle Based
Damping.
Phases to a comfort mode
at higher speeds.
USE AREAS
• Slow speed rock crawling
• Moab
• Technical sections of King of Hammers
WHAT THE SUSPENSION IS DOING
Compression Damping:
Damping is increased on downhill side shocks and
decreased on uphill shocks to lean the vehicle into the obstacle or slope.
Rebound Damping:
Low rebound damping when level to promote shock
extension and increase ground clearance. Damping is increased on uphill
shocks to lean the vehicle into the obstacle or slope.
Active Events:
Angle based damping is active at low speeds. At high vehicle
speeds this mode is the same as comfort mode.
WHAT THE STEERING SYSTEM IS DOING
Large input bump rejection. High assist level so that the driver does not become
fatigued while rock crawling.
EXAMPLES OF USE
When the Vehicle is Level:
Maximize ground clearance for obstacle avoidance
with high compression damping and low rebound damping. Low rebound
damping allows the tire to fall into the rock holes quickly not upsetting the
chassis.
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