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Definition of centrifugal force:
the apparent force that is felt by an object moving in a curved
path that acts outwardly away from the center of rotation.
The centrifugal force acting on a
vehicle negotiating a horizontal curve
has two effects:
1) Tendency to overturn the vehicle outwards about the outer
wheels.
2) Tendency to skid the vehicle laterally.
1) Overturning effect :
, ,
0
p
Nb=0
w Y
Fr Fr
Nb X X Na
2) Transverse skidding effect: