Why Do Objects Move Outward When Driving in a Circle?

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In summary, when driving in a circle, there is a component of acceleration towards the center of the circle, resulting in a change in direction. This is why it may feel like you are being pulled outward from inside the car. However, according to the first law of mechanics, objects prefer to move in a straight line, so the sensation of being pulled outward is actually just the object resisting the circular motion. This was first noticed by scientists like Galileo 500 years ago and can be observed when watching a car from the pavement or a motorcyclist falling off their bike in a corner.
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What i am wondering if driving in a circle if the mass of the object moving, why is it drawn outward because the current acceleration is in forward motion?
 
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When you drive in a circle, there will be a component of acceleration towards the center of the circle (otherwise you'd keep going in a straight line). Remember that acceleration doesn't just mean a change in speed--a change in direction is also an acceleration.

From inside the car it feels like you are being pulled outward, just like it feels like you are being pushed backwards when you floor the gas pedal.
 
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What i am wondering if driving in a circle if the mass of the object moving, why is it drawn outward because the current acceleration is in forward motion?

Well it isn't drawn outward at all. Everything inside the car is just trying to move in a dead straight line. Objects don't like to go in circles at all, they like straight lines.
It's the first law of mechanics, a very simple fact, beautiful, and first noticed by guys like Galileo 500 years ago.

Watching a car from the pavement: the passengers always look like they just want to go straight rather than be carried with the car into the corner.

If a motorcyclist falls off his bike in mid-corner, he moves in a dead straight line into the sand trap. He certainly doesn't move outward.

So, it's not trying to move outward at all, what it's really trying to do is move in a perfect straight line whilst the car is moving inward.
 
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1. What is acceleration on a corner?

Acceleration on a corner refers to the change in velocity of an object as it moves around a curved path. It is the rate at which the object's speed or direction changes as it navigates through a turn.

2. How is acceleration on a corner different from acceleration on a straight path?

Acceleration on a corner is different from acceleration on a straight path because it involves a change in direction, not just speed. On a straight path, acceleration is typically measured in a single direction, while on a corner, it is measured in multiple directions, including tangential and centripetal acceleration.

3. What factors affect acceleration on a corner?

The main factors that affect acceleration on a corner include the speed of the object, the radius of the turn, and the friction between the object and the surface it is turning on. Additionally, the mass and shape of the object can also impact its acceleration on a corner.

4. How does friction play a role in acceleration on a corner?

Friction plays a crucial role in acceleration on a corner as it provides the necessary force for the object to change direction. Without friction, the object would continue to move in a straight line and not be able to navigate the turn. The amount of friction present also affects the speed at which the object can safely navigate the corner.

5. What is the difference between centripetal and tangential acceleration?

Centripetal acceleration is the acceleration towards the center of the turn, while tangential acceleration is the acceleration along the tangent of the curve. Centripetal acceleration is responsible for changing the direction of the object, while tangential acceleration affects the speed of the object along the curve.

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