Force of wheel Perependicular to road over speed hump

In summary, the conversation discusses the concept of upwards force of a car wheel as it passes over a hump in the road. The speaker is seeking help in calculating this force and explains that the normal reaction force increases as the wheel travels over the hump. The conversation also mentions the relationship between normal force and weight when the road is straight or curved.
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cjh1990
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Im curently trying to work out the upwards force of the wheel of a car as it passes over a hump in the road. I have drawn a very simple diagram to illustrate this. If anyone could help me calculate this force that would be most helpful.

I understand as the wheel is traveling along the road its normal reaction force (Nr) upwards is equal to that of the downwards force of the car (Mg) however when the wheel travels over the speed hump the normal reaction force increase as it is gains a greater upwards force (Ma).

if the car was traveling over the speed hump at 20 meteres per second what would be the upwards force of the wheel Ma ?








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hi cjh1990! :smile:

if the road is straight, then the vertical acceleration = 0, so normal force = weight

if the road is curved, then the vertical acceleration = … ?, so normal force = weight ± … ? :wink:
 

1. What is the purpose of a speed hump?

A speed hump is designed to slow down vehicles and reduce their speed while traveling on roads or in parking lots. This helps to improve safety for both drivers and pedestrians.

2. How does a speed hump affect the force of a wheel perpendicular to the road?

A speed hump causes a sudden increase in the force of a wheel perpendicular to the road as the vehicle passes over it. This force is known as the vertical load and is influenced by the weight of the vehicle and the angle of the speed hump.

3. What happens to the force of a wheel perpendicular to the road if a vehicle is traveling too fast over a speed hump?

If a vehicle is traveling too fast over a speed hump, the force of the wheel perpendicular to the road will increase significantly. This can cause damage to the vehicle's suspension and tires, as well as discomfort for the passengers.

4. Are there any safety concerns with speed humps?

While speed humps can be effective in reducing vehicle speed, they can also pose safety concerns if not properly designed and maintained. For example, large or improperly placed speed humps can cause damage to vehicles or create hazards for cyclists and pedestrians.

5. How do scientists study the force of a wheel perpendicular to the road over a speed hump?

Scientists use various methods to study the force of a wheel perpendicular to the road over a speed hump, such as computer simulations, field experiments, and laboratory tests. These methods help to understand how different factors, such as speed, weight, and angle of the speed hump, affect the force and how to design safer and more effective speed humps.

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