A factbook of the mechanical properties of the components for single-unit and articulated heavy trucks.

Author(s)
Fancher, P.S. Ervin, R.D. Winkler, C.B. & Gillespie, T.D.
Year
Abstract

A compilation of the mechanical properties of the components used in heavy trucks is given. The factbook contains sections describing and discussing geometric layout, mass distribution, tyres, suspensions, steering systems, brakes, frames, and hitches. The influences of component properties on manoeuvring performance are discussed.

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Library number
B 26015 [electronic version only] /91 /911 /
Source

Ann Arbor, MI, The University of Michigan, Transportation Research Institute UMTRI, 1986, XI + 184 p., ref.; UMTRI Report Number ; UMTRI-86-12

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