Preface
The operational properties of the road vehicle are the result of the dynamic interaction of the various components of the vehicle structure, possibly including modern control elements. A major role is played by the pneumatic tire.
“The complexity of the structure and behavior of the tire are such that no complete and satisfactory theory has yet been propounded. The characteristics of the tire still presents a challenge to the natural philosopher to devise a theory which shall coordinate the vast mass of empirical data and give some guidance to the manufacturer and user. This is an inviting field for the application of mathematics to the physical world”.
In this way, Temple formulated his view on the situation almost 50 years ago (Endeavor, ...
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