I would bet the perfect tire has zero mass and infinate stiffness.. I am real
curious to hear what Ron would say to that thought..
Dave
Malcolm Pittwood wrote:
>
> All
>
> Just a small point from Terry's post. This is backed up by Ron Ayres (Aero
> expert on Thrust SSC). Tire induced drag is significant and Ron believes
> this was a major factor in LSR cars (wheeldriven and non wheeldriven)
> underperforming against their design speed.
>
> I agree that there is not much the racer can do with the tires he/she has
> but the initial selection process will be an opportunity to factor in some
> better numbers. But we have been here before and know that the makers lack
> any info!
>
> Ron has yet to publish his data but he does give excellent talks on the
> subject if you can get to hear him.
>
> Malcolm Pittwood, Derby, England.
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