Physics for Gearheads: An Introduction to Vehicle

Physics for Gearheads: An Introduction to Vehicle Dynamics, Energy, and Power – with Examples from Motorsports

Physics for Gearheads: An Introduction to Vehicle Dynamics, Energy, and Power - with Examples from Motorsports
Rating:
5 out of 5 stars (5/5) by 
Book Category: Vehicle Dynamics/Handling
Ranked: #3 of 14 in Vehicle Dynamics/Handling
Applies Only to Race Car Types:
  • All
Topics Covered and Levels:
  • Dynamics/Handling ( Basic)
  • Dynamics/Handling ( Advanced)
  • General/History/Bio

Overview

Teaches the use of physics to understand and improve race car handling, dynamics and ultimately performance.  Sections of the book cover kinematics, forces, dynamics, torque/force resolution and 2D vectors, energy, power and statics.   Both SI/British engineering units are covered.  Examples from racing are using to explain the physics principles.

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