Suspension

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-005787",
  "term": "Suspension",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects a vehicle to its wheels, allowing relative motion between the two. It serves to absorb road irregularities, maintain tire contact with the road surface, and provide stability and handling. Common types include independent suspension and solid axle suspension, each with distinct performance characteristics.",
  "synonyms": [
    "out-of-school suspension",
    "intermission",
    "interruption",
    "stop",
    "syncope"
  ],
  "subject": "Transport and logistics",
  "see_also": [
    "suspend"
  ],
  "translations": {
    "de": "Aufhängung",
    "es": "suspensión",
    "fr": "suspension"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/suspension/"
}