An innovative text covering the fundamentals of design including the chassis frame, suspension, steering, brakes, transmission and fuel systems using the basic principles of engineering science and mathematics. For students on motorsport degree courses, those involved in Formula Student/FSAE and practicing car designers and constructors.
ix, 272 p.
25 cm.
ill.
1. Racing Car Basics.-
2. Chassis Structure.-
3. Suspension Links.-
4. Springs, Dampers and Anti-roll.-
5. Tyres and Balance.-
6. Front Wheel Assembly and Steering.-
7. Rear Wheel Assembly and Power Transmission.-
8. Brakes.-
9. Aerodynamics.-
10. Engine Systems.-
11. Set-up and Testing.-
Appendix 1 Deriving Pacejka Tyre Coefficients.-
Appendix 2 Tube Properties.