Lateral stability of rider/cycle systems

Authors

Charles W. Johnson, Michigan Technological University
Jeffrey C. Huston, Iowa State University

Document Type

Conference Proceeding

Publication Date

2-1-1984

Department

Department of Mechanical Engineering-Engineering Mechanics

Abstract

Pedal powered vehicles have been and are being built in many sizes and shapes. Due to the wide variety of possible configurations, the potential for lateral stability problems exists. This paper develops a basic analytical result for the lateral stability of rider/cycle systems. This result is algebraic in nature and can be evaluated quickly and easily. Several examples are given demonstrating the potential problems associated with changes in the rider/cycle parameters.

Publisher's Statement

Copyright © 1984 Society of Automotive Engineers, Inc. Publisher’s version of record: https://doi.org/10.4271/840025

Publication Title

SAE Technical Papers

Recommended Citation

Johnson, C., & Huston, J. (1984). Lateral stability of rider/cycle systems. SAE Technical Papers. http://doi.org/10.4271/840025
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