How to account for geometrical data not measured in design position

Vehicle Modelling IPG Kinematics
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Hello,

I am using Kinematics and have recorded kinematic points of a suspension setup while the vehicle was on a car lift. Hence the suspension is unloaded and does not represent the design position or a state which is close to actual driving.
How can I take this into account for the K&C simulation (I am only considering kinematics, no forces) or in the Vehicle Data in CarMaker?

I would greatly appreciate any insight or advice in this matter.

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Hi Leonard_B,

In this case, I would suggest inputting the hardpoint data as you measured it, but then defining a spring length l0, such that the static ride height is as you intend it to be.

Tim