one-tube shock absorber

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• single-tube shock absorber — A common type of shock absorber with the working cylinder and reservoir contained in one tube. See double tube shock absorber gas shock absorber …   Dictionary of automotive terms

• double-tube shock absorber — An older design of hydraulic shock absorber using two concentric tubes, one serving as the working cylinder, the other as the reservoir. Also see single tube shock absorber …   Dictionary of automotive terms

• shock absorber — Properly called a damper, this is an oil filled device used to control spring oscillation in the suspension system. At least one shock absorber is found at each wheel. See adjustable shocks air shock absorber direct acting shock absorber double… …   Dictionary of automotive terms

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