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do racers use geometry in turn and drifting
Geometry is an important part of a mathnatics education. I believe however, trigonometry is more important because there are so many angles in a suspension layout, and also in the dynamics of suspension motion during the braking, cornering, and acceleration processes.
Geometry is used a LOT in the design of the chassis and roll cage construction. When we built my first Datsun racer we were constantly measuring angles and triangles looking for maximum strength and minimum weight.
DRifting cars area type of race cars , and have to be carefully designed and built. Every phase of mathematice is used in any pro level car, up through and beyond calculus.
Good luck, and STAY IN SCHOOL
Dan Liddy
Sarasota, Florida
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Dan Liddy
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Anything concerning race cars, 20 years competition experience, Senior Competition Driver Instructor , car builder, mechanic, welding, fabrication, tuning , engine modifications, set up, suspension design. Specializing in Datsun/Nissan products. Please submit questions about RACE CARS ONLY. No street cars, no video game scenarios Thank you.
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I have been racing for 20 years, I have been the Central Florida SCCA Regional Championship points for 5 years running, and won the championship in my class 2 times. During my first start in the 60's I won many solo awards and the State Championship Drags. I serve as a senior instructor for SCCA, and have taught in Mercedes AMG events at Daytona, and Dodge Viper Days at Sebring International. I have been in the thick of the competition for all of my career. At one time or another I have driven race cars at speeds nearing 195 MPH. It's quite a ride !
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