There are several types of shock absorbers used in various applications. Some common types of shock absorbers include:
Hydraulic shock absorbers
These use a piston that moves through a hydraulic fluid, which generates resistance and absorbs the shock.
Pneumatic shock absorbers
These use a piston that moves through a gas, usually compressed air, to absorb shock.
Coilover shock absorbers
These combine a shock absorber with a coil spring to provide both shock absorption and suspension.
Strut shock absorbers
These are similar to coil-over shock absorbers, but they use a single unit that integrates the shock absorber and spring.
Air suspension shock absorbers
These use compressed air to support the weight of the vehicle and absorb shocks.
Magnetic shock absorbers
These use an electromagnetic coil to control the damping rate of the shock absorber, providing a smoother ride.
The type of shock absorber used depends on the application and the requirements of the vehicle or equipment being used.