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ARS

  • Air Ride Suspension (ARS):
  • Definition: A suspension system where the load is supported by air-filled rubber bags or air springs instead of traditional steel springs.
  • Function: The air suspension uses an engine-powered air compressor to fill reservoir tanks with air. This air is then used to adjust the ride height and support the vehicle’s weight.
  • Advantages: Provides a smoother ride, allows for adjustable ride height, and can improve vehicle handling and load-carrying capability.
  • Applications: Common in heavy-duty trucks, buses, and some luxury vehicles.
  • Automatic Restraint System (ARS):
  • Definition: A system designed to automatically secure passengers in vehicles for safety purposes.
  • Function: Includes features like automatic seatbelt systems that engage when the vehicle is in use to enhance passenger protection.
  • Advantages: Improves safety by ensuring that passengers are securely restrained without requiring manual adjustments.

Both meanings of ARS represent different applications of technology in vehicles, with one focused on suspension and ride quality, and the other on safety and restraint systems.

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