I appreciate the help and quick answer. Thank you.
But why using the bushing force in the pivot points, as this is not the main parameter that affects the effectiveness of the system, right? Perhaps my topic question was not fully clear. With 'system' I meant the effect of the distances AB and...
Thank you for the reply jrmichler.
Yet, I think making a contour plot exceeds the scope of my project. Is it also possible to explain the best relative position based on basic theory or assumptions? Some one recommended me to place the center of gravity (C) as well as the position of the shock...
For my thesis at the department of Industrial Design Engineering, I am developing a suspension pedestal. These kind of products are used regularly in boats (link) or truck seats and make use of two diagonal beams and a shock absorber. The vertical excitation can originates from waves or road...