Analysis of the Directional Response Characteristics of Double Tankers

781064

02/01/1978

Event
National Truck Meeting and Exposition
Authors Abstract
Content
A linear mathematical model is developed for studying the directional response and yaw stability of many-axled, multi-articulated tanker trucks. Analytical results obtained from the model provide an understanding of (1) the factors leading to unstable lateral responses of double tankers when only the rear compartment of the rear (pup) trailer is loaded and (2) the likelihood of rollover of the pup trailer in obstacle-avoidance maneuvers on the highway.
Rigidizing the connection at the pintle hook is found to improve the directional performance of the double tanker.
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DOI
https://doi.org/10.4271/781064
Pages
20
Citation
Mallikarjunarao, C., and Fancher, P., "Analysis of the Directional Response Characteristics of Double Tankers," SAE Technical Paper 781064, 1978, https://doi.org/10.4271/781064.
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Published
Feb 1, 1978
Product Code
781064
Content Type
Technical Paper
Language
English