[Land-speed] Deceleration

[BWANA343 at aol.com]

I'd like to advance a subject that's not often considered in this  sport, 
namely braking a vehicle.  Basically, is there a formula that  considers speed, 
weight, a drag chute, CD, Tires, etc., and obviously surface to  determine a 
safe distance? Obviously the best answer will be actual  experience on the track 
of choice, but I observed the NHRA shut down areas and  see how fast the Top 
Fuelers and Funnies stop, considering their speed, but this  has to do with 
BHP available, I'd assume. 
 Mayf, single syllable words, please.
Bob W



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