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∙ 7y agoStopping distances
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∙ 7y agoThe speed of friction affects the stopping distance by influencing the amount of resistance acting against the object in motion. Higher friction speeds can increase the stopping distance as increased speed can cause more energy to be dissipated through friction, slowing down the object over a longer distance. Conversely, lower friction speeds can decrease the stopping distance as less resistance is created, allowing the object to stop more quickly.
When a vehicle increases its speed, the stopping distance also increases. Stopping distance is dependent on the vehicle's speed, the reaction time of the driver, and the braking distance required to come to a stop. With higher speeds, it takes longer for the vehicle to come to a complete stop, resulting in a longer stopping distance.
As a vehicle's speed increases, the stopping distance also increases. This is because the vehicle will continue to travel a greater distance before coming to a complete stop once the brakes are applied. It is important to consider this increase in stopping distance when driving at higher speeds to ensure safety on the road.
Need longer stopping distance.
Stopping distance generally increases with speed. This is because as your speed increases, it takes longer to react to a hazard and the vehicle covers a greater distance while stopping. Additionally, higher speeds require more braking force to bring the vehicle to a complete stop.
Yes, as speed increases, both the reaction distance (distance traveled while identifying a hazard and initiating braking) and braking distance increase, leading to a longer total stopping distance. This is due to the greater momentum and energy that needs to be dissipated to come to a stop at higher speeds.
Yes, high speed greatly increases stopping distance because the faster a vehicle is traveling, the longer it will take to come to a complete stop. At higher speeds, the vehicle has more kinetic energy that needs to be dissipated through braking, resulting in a longer stopping distance.
The distance needed to stop also increases.
Stopping distance is influenced by factors such as the speed of the vehicle, the driver's reaction time, road conditions (like surface type and traction), weather conditions (like rain or snow), and the condition of the vehicle's brakes and tires. A greater distance is required to stop at higher speeds or in adverse conditions.
increases as well because it takes longer for the vehicle to come to a complete stop at higher speeds. This is due to the greater momentum and kinetic energy that must be overcome to bring the vehicle to a halt. Additionally, factors such as reaction time and road conditions can also impact stopping distance.
A VCR has a tracker, so multiple speeds.
There isn't a direct linear relationship between speed and stopping distance with locked brakes. The stopping distance increases exponentially with speed due to factors like increased kinetic energy and reduced tire grip at higher speeds. It's not accurate to calculate the stopping distance at 90 mph just by extrapolating from the data given for 30 mph. Specialized calculations or tests are needed to determine the stopping distance at 90 mph.