Retardation of Vehicle in Brakes and Dynamometers Formulas

Retardation of Vehicle Force is the force that opposes the motion of a vehicle, slowing it down or bringing it to a complete stop. And is denoted by a. Retardation of Vehicle is usually measured using the Meter per Square Second for Acceleration. Note that the value of Retardation of Vehicle is always negative.

Brakes and Dynamometers formulas that make use of Retardation of Vehicle

fxTotal Braking Force Acting at Rear Wheels when Brakes are Applied to Rear Wheels onlyGo

fxTotal Braking Force Acting at Front Wheels (when Brakes are Applied to Front Wheels only)Go

FAQ

What is the Retardation of Vehicle?

Retardation of Vehicle Force is the force that opposes the motion of a vehicle, slowing it down or bringing it to a complete stop. Retardation of Vehicle is usually measured using the Meter per Square Second for Acceleration. Note that the value of Retardation of Vehicle is always negative.

Can the Retardation of Vehicle be negative?

Yes, the Retardation of Vehicle, measured in Acceleration can be negative.

What unit is used to measure Retardation of Vehicle?

Retardation of Vehicle is usually measured using the Meter per Square Second[m/s²] for Acceleration. Kilometer per Square Second[m/s²], Micrometer per Square Second[m/s²], Mile per Square Second[m/s²] are the few other units in which Retardation of Vehicle can be measured.

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