Smarter Suspension Design

One of the first steps in racecar design is developing the base for suspension geometry. However, most tools that provide detailed suspension analysis require hardpoint coordinates that typically come from CAD or a previous design. Wishbone Studio reverses this process by generating those hardpoints for you. Instead of starting with CAD, users define intuitive suspension parameters — such as camber, caster, track width, wheelbase, anti-dive/squat, roll center, and more — Wishbone Studio automatically calculates the corresponding 3D hardpoints. This gives teams a complete, accurate foundation in CAD, allowing them to build their suspension layout with confidence before committing to chassis design.

With Wishbone Studio, you can:

• Export to SolidWorks
  Automatically generate SolidWorks-ready macro files that create organized 3D sketches for wishbones, pushrods/dampers, uprights, and steering — completely eliminating tedious manual data entry.

• Run Instant Calculations
  Instantly update geometry inputs and view real-time outputs such as tire forces, link loads, kingpin angle, scrub radius, mechanical trail, camber curves, and more.

• Compare Design Options
  Adjust parameters dynamically to explore suspension trade-offs and fine-tune geometry before committing to CAD, accelerating design iterations.

• Meet FSAE Standards
  Receive outputs formatted to strictly align with the official FSAE Design Specification, turning a complex, technical challenge into a clear, guided process.

Wishbone Studio transcends traditional calculators — it is a comprehensive engineering design tool crafted to save time, reduce errors, and deliver immediate insights into suspension performance long before fabrication or CAD modeling begins.

Unlock smarter, faster suspension design with Wishbone Studio.