scoobyis2cool
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| posted on 11/7/04 at 11:05 AM |
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Vehicle dynamics book
Can anyone tell me the name of a good (and preferably not too expensive) book on vehicle dynamics? I'm interested in learning all the theory
behind setting up a car to work well in different conditions
Thanks
Pete
It's not that I'm lazy, it's that I just don't care...
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Chris_R
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| posted on 11/7/04 at 11:29 AM |
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AUTOMOTIVE MATH HANDBOOK written by Forbes Aird.
Haynes say...
" This easy-to-use and comprehensive reference explains and illustrates in layperson's terms virtually every automotive math equation the
DIY enthusiast or shop pro needs to know. Included are calculations for: gross vehicle weight; center of gravity; bore and stroke; gear and
final-drive ratios; tire pressure and temperature; alignment; steering box ratios; voltage and amps; brake torque; english - metric conversions; fuel
consumption and much, much more."
ISBN 0 7603 0696 6
Can't find it on their site though. mightn't be in print.
A bit of slapstick never hurt anyone.
http://www.chris.renney.dsl.pipex.com/
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Chris_R
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| posted on 11/7/04 at 11:33 AM |
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Found it on Amazon. It's $17.95 (£9.65) and there's a review at
engineering-books-online.com.
[Edited on 11/7/04 by Chris_R]
A bit of slapstick never hurt anyone.
http://www.chris.renney.dsl.pipex.com/
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scoobyis2cool
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| posted on 11/7/04 at 11:37 AM |
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Hmm, not exactly a glowing review, I wouldn't mind a fairly simplistic book but I don't think I'll bother forking out my hard earned
cash for a book with mistakes in it
Anyone heard of any others?
Pete
It's not that I'm lazy, it's that I just don't care...
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Chris_R
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| posted on 11/7/04 at 12:32 PM |
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Ah, now that I've read it I see your point. Good job too else I may have bought it in the future. Must pay more attention in class D-.
A bit of slapstick never hurt anyone.
http://www.chris.renney.dsl.pipex.com/
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Chris_R
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| posted on 11/7/04 at 12:34 PM |
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There are a few returns from searching Amazon
http://www.amazon.co.uk/exec/obidos/search-handle-form/202-1574804-9167806
A bit of slapstick never hurt anyone.
http://www.chris.renney.dsl.pipex.com/
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pbura
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| posted on 11/7/04 at 01:19 PM |
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I'd go for Allan Staniforth's Competition Car Suspension book. with Carroll Smith's Tune to Win as a followup.
Reading at least a couple of books is good, because it gives a sense of what's fundamental, and what else is opinion. Staniforth and Smith
balance each other very nicely, I think.
For freebies, here are a few of my favorite links about vehicle dynamics:
http://members.aol.com/sccacuda/cars/1SmthTa.html
http://www.smithees-racetech.com.au/
http://www.dur.ac.uk/r.g.bower/PoM/pom/pom.html
http://www.teamassociated.com/racerhub/techhelp/marc/car_handling.html
Pete
Pete
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andyps
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| posted on 12/7/04 at 12:53 PM |
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A book I have found which is quite readable but informative about different types of suspension and how they work is by Jeff Daniels - Handling and
roadholding Amazon link here
Andy
An expert is someone who knows more and more about less and less
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scoobyis2cool
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| posted on 12/7/04 at 01:08 PM |
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Thanks for all the suggestions, looks like I've got plenty of choice there 
Does anyone know a good resource of info regarding other parts of the car? eg choosing gear ratios, all that kinda stuff
Pete
It's not that I'm lazy, it's that I just don't care...
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Alez
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| posted on 12/7/04 at 02:40 PM |
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The guys at the kit car workshop use "how to make your car handle" as a reference for tuning suspensions and geometries.
http://www.amazon.co.uk/exec/obidos/ASIN/0912656468/qid=1089643146/ref=sr_8_xs_ap_i1_xgl/202-5377317-4692643
Cheers,
Alex
[Edited on 12/7/04 by Alez]
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kiwirex
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| posted on 15/7/04 at 01:01 AM |
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> Does anyone know a good resource of
> info regarding other parts of the car?
> eg choosing gear ratios, all that kinda
> stuff
Yeah, Carroll Smith again .
"Prepare to win" is worth a read (as is "Tune to win" already mentioned)
I think he did a metal properties one too - engineer to win (maybe).
Staniforth (as previously mentioned) is also good.
- Greg H
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Terrapin_racing
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| posted on 15/7/04 at 08:49 AM |
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High speed , low cost is a good read too!
Never one to miss an opportunity 
http://www.totalkitcar.com/catalog/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=220
 
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