Advances in Tyre Mechanics

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by  Ridha, R.A., Theves, M.

ISSN: 0889-3144
Report 77
Advances in
Tyre Mechanics
R.A. Ridha and M. Theves
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Report 77. Advances in Tyre Mechanics
Advances in
Tyre Mechanics
R.A. Ridha and M. Theves
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Advances in Tyre Mechanics
Table of Contents
1. Introduction ................................................................................................................................ 3
2. Tyre Durability ........................................................................................................................... 3
3. Treadwear .................................................................................................................................. 14
4. Tyre Noise .................................................................................................................................. 16
5. Rolling Resistance ..................................................................................................................... 20
6. Tyre Vibrations ......................................................................................................................... 22
7. Traction & Handling ................................................................................................................ 24
8. Future Developments ............................................................................................................... 26
Acknowledgements .......................................................................................................................... 27
Additional References ..................................................................................................................... 27
References from the Rapra Abstracts Database ........................................................................... 29
Subject Index .................................................................................................................................. 105
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