Firstly can i see i have read through this thread a few times now and find it completely fascinating, both the mechanical and the fluid dynamics guys seem to be getting there point across.
So can i please just ask a (relatively) simple question, where are you now. are we looking at a 2 stage piston with a external reserve, or link from one to another. a different internal piston design or mix of the both. you have all been talking about dampers and of course it is a major component but i think that the "bump stop" issue was a bit lightly glossed over and is still a very important part of the whole situation as is spring rate. which does of course effect shock shaft speed, and hence low and high speed shaft speed.
Please forgive for intruding on a highly fascinating thread but racing 1/8th rallycross i find striking the right damper rate imperative. and would love to gleam all the information i can.
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