Race Car Aerodynamics: Designing for Speed (Technical (including tuning & modifying)) - Softcover

Katz, Joseph

 
9780837601427: Race Car Aerodynamics: Designing for Speed (Technical (including tuning & modifying))
Softcover
ISBN 10: 0837601428 ISBN 13: 9780837601427
Publisher: Bentley (Robert) Inc.,US, 1996

Synopsis

The first book to summarize the secrets of the rapidly developing field of high-speed vehicle design. From F1 to Indy Car, Drag and Sedan racing, this book provides clear explanations for engineers who want to improve their design skills and enthusiasts who simply want to understand how their favorite race cars go fast. Explains how aerodynamics win races, why downforce is more important than streamlining and drag reduction, designing wings and venturis, plus wind tunnel designs and more.

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Synopsis

Summarizes fundamentals of high-speed vehicle design, providing explanations for engineers and racing enthusiasts. Chapters on aerodynamic forces and terms, performance testing, airfoils and wings, and aerodynamics of the complete vehicle offer explanations, relevant equations, numerous b&w photos and diagrams, and examples of historically importan

About the Author

Katz, a former Chief Executive Officer of Saltzman Enterprises, producers of the James Bond Films.

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Publisher
Bentley (Robert) Inc.,US
Publication date
1996
Language
English
ISBN 10 
0837601428
ISBN 13 
9780837601427
Binding
Paperback
Edition number
2
Number of pages
280