Wheel torque > contact patch friction > torque

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Start date Jul 24, 2010
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WildEnergy

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Jul 24, 2010

Am I correct in saying that when a torque is applied to a wheel
the force is resisted by the friction at the contact patch
and then becomes a "equal and opposite" torque acting around
the contact patch?

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AJ Bentley

Jul 24, 2010

If you neglect moment of inertia. (static case or small force, slow movement)

Wheel torque > contact patch friction > torque

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Wheel torque > contact patch friction > torque

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