Fx Copy
LaTeX Copy
Retardation of vehicle is the rate of decrease of velocity of a vehicle with respect to time, usually measured in meters per second squared. Check FAQs
a=gμbrake
a - Retardation of Vehicle?g - Acceleration due to Gravity?μbrake - Coefficient of Friction for Brake?

Retardation of Vehicle when Vehicle Moves on Level Track if Brakes are Applied to All Four Wheels Example

With values
With units
Only example

Here is how the Retardation of Vehicle when Vehicle Moves on Level Track if Brakes are Applied to All Four Wheels equation looks like with Values.

Here is how the Retardation of Vehicle when Vehicle Moves on Level Track if Brakes are Applied to All Four Wheels equation looks like with Units.

Here is how the Retardation of Vehicle when Vehicle Moves on Level Track if Brakes are Applied to All Four Wheels equation looks like.

9.016Edit=9.8Edit0.92Edit
You are here -

Retardation of Vehicle when Vehicle Moves on Level Track if Brakes are Applied to All Four Wheels Solution

Follow our step by step solution on how to calculate Retardation of Vehicle when Vehicle Moves on Level Track if Brakes are Applied to All Four Wheels?

FIRST Step Consider the formula
a=gμbrake
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
a=9.8m/s²0.92
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
a=9.80.92
LAST Step Evaluate
a=9.016m/s²

Retardation of Vehicle when Vehicle Moves on Level Track if Brakes are Applied to All Four Wheels Formula Elements

Variables
Retardation of Vehicle
Retardation of vehicle is the rate of decrease of velocity of a vehicle with respect to time, usually measured in meters per second squared.
Symbol: a
Measurement: AccelerationUnit: m/s²
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Acceleration due to Gravity
Acceleration due to Gravity is the rate at which the velocity of an object decreases as it moves under the influence of gravity, slowing down the vehicle.
Symbol: g
Measurement: AccelerationUnit: m/s²
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Coefficient of Friction for Brake
Coefficient of Friction for Brake Retardation is a measure of the frictional force that opposes the motion of a vehicle, slowing it down during braking.
Symbol: μbrake
Measurement: NAUnit: Unitless
Note: Value should be between 0 to 1.

Other Formulas to find Retardation of Vehicle

​Go Retardation of Vehicle if Vehicle Moves down Plane if Brakes are Applied to All Four Wheels
a=g(μbrakecos(αinclination)-sin(αinclination))
​Go Retardation of Vehicle if Vehicle Moves down Plane if Brakes are Applied to Front Wheels only
a=μbrakegcos(αinclination)xL-μbrakeh-gsin(θi)
​Go Retardation of Vehicle if Vehicle Moves down Plane if Brakes are Applied to Rear Wheels only
a=μbrakegcos(αinclination)(L-x)L+μbrakeh-gsin(αinclination)
​Go Retardation of Vehicle when Vehicle Moves on Level Track if Brakes are Applied to Front Wheels only
a=μbrakegxL-μbrakeh

How to Evaluate Retardation of Vehicle when Vehicle Moves on Level Track if Brakes are Applied to All Four Wheels?

Retardation of Vehicle when Vehicle Moves on Level Track if Brakes are Applied to All Four Wheels evaluator uses Retardation of Vehicle = Acceleration due to Gravity*Coefficient of Friction for Brake to evaluate the Retardation of Vehicle, Retardation of Vehicle when Vehicle Moves on Level Track if Brakes are Applied to All Four Wheels formula is defined as the deceleration of a vehicle when all four wheels are braked on a level track, which is influenced by the frictional force and gravity, and is a critical parameter in understanding the vehicle's stopping distance and safety. Retardation of Vehicle is denoted by a symbol.

How to evaluate Retardation of Vehicle when Vehicle Moves on Level Track if Brakes are Applied to All Four Wheels using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Retardation of Vehicle when Vehicle Moves on Level Track if Brakes are Applied to All Four Wheels, enter Acceleration due to Gravity (g) & Coefficient of Friction for Brake brake) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Retardation of Vehicle when Vehicle Moves on Level Track if Brakes are Applied to All Four Wheels

What is the formula to find Retardation of Vehicle when Vehicle Moves on Level Track if Brakes are Applied to All Four Wheels?
The formula of Retardation of Vehicle when Vehicle Moves on Level Track if Brakes are Applied to All Four Wheels is expressed as Retardation of Vehicle = Acceleration due to Gravity*Coefficient of Friction for Brake. Here is an example- 8.918 = 9.8*0.92.
How to calculate Retardation of Vehicle when Vehicle Moves on Level Track if Brakes are Applied to All Four Wheels?
With Acceleration due to Gravity (g) & Coefficient of Friction for Brake brake) we can find Retardation of Vehicle when Vehicle Moves on Level Track if Brakes are Applied to All Four Wheels using the formula - Retardation of Vehicle = Acceleration due to Gravity*Coefficient of Friction for Brake.
What are the other ways to Calculate Retardation of Vehicle?
Here are the different ways to Calculate Retardation of Vehicle-
  • Retardation of Vehicle=Acceleration due to Gravity*(Coefficient of Friction for Brake*cos(Angle of Inclination of plane to Horizontal)-sin(Angle of Inclination of plane to Horizontal))OpenImg
  • Retardation of Vehicle=(Coefficient of Friction for Brake*Acceleration due to Gravity*cos(Angle of Inclination of plane to Horizontal)*Perpendicular Distance of C.G)/(Distance between Center of Rear and Front Wheels-Coefficient of Friction for Brake*Height of C.G. of Vehicle)-Acceleration due to Gravity*sin(Angle of Inclination)OpenImg
  • Retardation of Vehicle=(Coefficient of Friction for Brake*Acceleration due to Gravity*cos(Angle of Inclination of plane to Horizontal)*(Distance between Center of Rear and Front Wheels-Perpendicular Distance of C.G))/(Distance between Center of Rear and Front Wheels+Coefficient of Friction for Brake*Height of C.G. of Vehicle)-Acceleration due to Gravity*sin(Angle of Inclination of plane to Horizontal)OpenImg
Can the Retardation of Vehicle when Vehicle Moves on Level Track if Brakes are Applied to All Four Wheels be negative?
Yes, the Retardation of Vehicle when Vehicle Moves on Level Track if Brakes are Applied to All Four Wheels, measured in Acceleration can be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Retardation of Vehicle when Vehicle Moves on Level Track if Brakes are Applied to All Four Wheels?
Retardation of Vehicle when Vehicle Moves on Level Track if Brakes are Applied to All Four Wheels 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 when Vehicle Moves on Level Track if Brakes are Applied to All Four Wheels can be measured.
Copied!