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Suspension Weight Handling
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GregLocock
Automotive
I don't really understand your dea, but I think the answer is no.
Using aerodynamic lift to reduce the weight on the tires, and so reducing the rolling resistance is possible, unfortunately the increased drag from the aerodynamics uses more energy than the reduction in RR gives back (by a factor of 10 or so).
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Greg Locock
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Using aerodynamic lift to reduce the weight on the tires, and so reducing the rolling resistance is possible, unfortunately the increased drag from the aerodynamics uses more energy than the reduction in RR gives back (by a factor of 10 or so).
Cheers
Greg Locock
Please see FAQ731-376 for tips on how to make the best use of Eng-Tips.
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