Traction Circle - Explained

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What determines a car's lateral grip? Description of tyre (tire) grip and the traction circle. How much traction does a tyre have and how much frictional force can it supply to keep the car from sliding? A car can withhold the greatest sum of forces when it equates the acceleration/braking forces with the horizontal turning forces. Please feel free to rate, comment, and subscribe! And don't forget to check out my Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/engineeringexplained Also check out my official website: Make suggestions, participate in forums, enter for Car of the Month, learn through logically ordered lessons, read FAQs, and plan your future! http://www.howdoesacarwork.com NEW VIDEOS EVERY WEDNESDAY!

Published 2011-09-30 · Watch on YouTube ↗
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