Cornering Force Calculator
Calculate lateral G-force, cornering capabilities, and vehicle dynamics. Analyze how speed, weight, and corner radius affect your vehicle’s cornering performance.
Step 1: Vehicle Parameters
Understanding Cornering Force
Cornering force (centripetal force) is the force required to keep a vehicle moving along a curved path. It depends on mass, speed, and corner radius according to the formula: F = m × v² / r
Step 2: Performance Factors
About Friction & Banking
The friction coefficient determines maximum lateral grip. Typical values: Street tires 0.7-0.9, Racing slicks 1.0-1.5. Banking increases effective grip: F_max = μ × (mg + downforce) × cosθ + (mg + downforce) × sinθ
Cornering Force Analysis Results
Required Cornering Force
Vehicle Cornering Performance Comparison
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Cornering Force Analysis
Cornering Force Formulas
F = m × v² / r
Where: F = Cornering Force (N), m = Vehicle Mass (kg), v = Speed (m/s), r = Corner Radius (m).
Maximum force limited by friction: F_max = μ × (m × g + downforce) × cosθ + (m × g + downforce) × sinθ
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