1.2 - Calculation of Total Rolling Resistance
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Practice Questions
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If a vehicle weighs 30 tons with a rolling resistance of 25 kg per ton, what is the total rolling resistance?
💡 Hint: Multiply the weight in tons by the rolling resistance per ton.
How is vehicle weight converted from kilograms to tons?
💡 Hint: Remember the conversion factor.
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What is the formula to calculate total rolling resistance?
💡 Hint: Remember the units used in the calculation.
True or False: Penetration resistance is calculated based on the depth of tire penetration and vehicle weight.
💡 Hint: Think about what determines penetration resistance.
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Calculate the total resistance for a vehicle weighing 25 tons with a rolling resistance of 35 kg per ton and a tire penetration of 10 cm into a soft ground.
💡 Hint: Separate your calculations for rolling and penetration resistances.
If rolling resistance changes to 45 kg/ton for a vehicle that weighs 60 tons and the depth of penetration increases to 8 cm, what is the new total resistance?
💡 Hint: Use the same formulas and remember to recalculate each resistance.
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