Caster Angle in Front Axle and Steering Formulas

Caster Angle is the angle between the vertical line and the pivot line of the steering axis, affecting the stability and directional control of a vehicle. And is denoted by ν. Caster Angle is usually measured using the Degree for Angle. Note that the value of Caster Angle is always positive.

Front Axle and Steering formulas that make use of Caster Angle

fxSelf Aligning Moment or Torque on WheelsGo

fxMoment due to Vertical Force on Wheels during SteeringGo

fxMoment Arising due to Lateral Forces on Wheels during SteeringGo

fxMoment about Steeraxis due to Driveline TorqueGo

FAQ

What is the Caster Angle?

Caster Angle is the angle between the vertical line and the pivot line of the steering axis, affecting the stability and directional control of a vehicle. Caster Angle is usually measured using the Degree for Angle. Note that the value of Caster Angle is always positive.

Can the Caster Angle be negative?

No, the Caster Angle, measured in Angle cannot be negative.

What unit is used to measure Caster Angle?

Caster Angle is usually measured using the Degree[°] for Angle. Radian[°], Minute[°], Second[°] are the few other units in which Caster Angle can be measured.

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