Roll dynamic model and steering stability analysis of the counterbalance forklift truck with considering hierarchical rollover

Abstract

The dynamic model of a counterbalance forklift truck is established, and the validations under various operational conditions are studied. The roll motion of the counterbalance forklift is expressed by four degrees of freedom with consideration given to the independent roll motion between the body and chassis, the variation of the roll axis, and the contact between the body limit block and rear axle. Furthermore, testing under turning on firm ground and driving over obstacle conditions are conducted for verifying the dynamic response characteristic of the established model. In addition, numerical simulations are performed to investigate the effect of forklift structural parameters and road roughness excitation on the roll dynamics of forklifts. Finally, the rationality of evaluating the forklift roll state by load transfer ratio (LTR) is discussed. Simulation results are well in harmony with experiment results, suggesting that the proposed dynamic model can be an effective tool for stability analysis of counterbalance forklift trucks. This work provides theoretical foundations for the development of improved anti-rollover control, ultimately leading to enhanced stability and safety of forklifts.

Keywords

Counterbalance forklift truck roll dynamic model hierarchical roll motion lateral stability vehicle test validation

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