A mobile dynamometer for measuring the longitudinal force acting at the fifth wheel connection between a tractor and a semitrailer has been developed. The use of this dynamometer for testing retarders installed in tractors is described and example results are presented. Computational methods for predicting total retardation of various vehicles equipped with retarders are discussed. (Wassmann)
Using an over-the-road dynamometer to test tractors equipped with retarders
Benutzung eines mobilen Dynamometers zur Erprobung von mit Retardern ausgeruesteten Zugmaschine
SAE Papers. Cumulative Index ; 1-17
1981
17 Seiten, 12 Bilder, 4 Tabellen, 6 Quellen
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Using an Over-the-Road Dynamometer to Test Tractors Equipped with Retarders
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