Abstract: An equalization method and apparatus with gain adjustment are provided for a direct access storage device (DASD) data channel. A direction for moving each of a plurality of tap weights is calculated. New tap weights are determined for each of a plurality of tap weights in the direction. A gain of the FIR filter for the new tap weights is compared with a set threshold gain value. A gain of a gain loop of the data channel is incrementally adjusted responsive to the compared gain and set threshold gain values. A phase lag of the FIR filter for the new tap weights is compared with a set threshold phase lag value. A phase of a timing loop of the data channel is incrementally adjusted responsive to the compared phase lag and set threshold phase lag values.

Abstract: The S.S. Suspension is a pro-active progressive shocking system. The system consists of a front and rear mounted shocking system. The shock mounts adjust to compensate for the external forces on the vehicle. The shock absorbers are mounted to this mounting system in coil over fashion. The S.S. Suspension allows the tires on a vehicle to keep a more consistent and aggressive grip on the contact surface. The suspension allows the chassis to float between the front and rear shocking systems which creates nearly zero chassis roll and an extremely low center of gravity. The suspension system also allows for more controllable vehicle handling over unlevel terrain. This innovative design allows the vehicle to react separately from the suspension system.