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Automotive design calls for weight reduction, considering fuel consumption and vehicle dynamics as well. Application of composite materials for suspensions and other structural members is in that direction. Owing to their high specific strength and inherent structural damping qualities, composites can be an alternative to metallic materials, especially with the suspension-springs. Further, epoxy composites...