Race Car Engineering & Mechanics

Race Car Engineering & Mechanics

Race Car Engineering & Mechanics
Rating:
5 out of 5 stars (5/5) by 
Book Category: Whole Car (Design)
Ranked: #1 of 6 in Whole Car (Design)
Applies Only to Race Car Types:
  • All
Topics Covered and Levels:
  • Dynamics/Handling ( Basic)
  • Dynamics/Handling ( Advanced)
  • Chassis ( Basic)
  • Chassis ( Advanced)
  • Suspension ( Basic)
  • Suspension ( Advanced)
  • Powertrain ( Basic)
  • Powertrain ( Advanced)
  • Aerodynamics ( Basic)
  • Aerodynamics ( Advanced)
  • Safety/Ergo/Interior ( Basic)
  • Safety/Ergo/Interior ( Advanced)
  • Fasteners/Joining ( Basic)

Overview

Paul Van Valkenburgh’s guide to understanding how the many components of the entire race car fit and work together.  He provides design theory and practical information on tires, wheels, suspension geometry, springs, anti-roll bars, brakes, aerodynamics, handling, engine supports, chassis, safety and even racing operations such as testing and pit lane procedures.

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