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Tyre characteristics and modelling 325<br />

Interpolation data there is little to distinguish between the two sets of<br />

curves. The plots also indicate that the ‘Magic Formula’ can accurately<br />

represent offsets in lateral force at zero slip angle due to ply steer and<br />

conicity. Looking at the plots for the Fiala model it can be seen that the<br />

model underestimates lateral force where higher slip angles coincide with<br />

higher wheel loads. These plots also confirm that the Fiala model is ignoring<br />

lateral force offsets at zero slip angle.<br />

The case study here is presented as an example of good practice to interrogate<br />

a tyre model and parameters before incorporation in a vehicle simulation<br />

exercise. The comparison of lateral force variation with slip angle and load<br />

shown here can be extended using the virtual rig to consider the effects of<br />

camber angle, braking, traction and combinations thereof on the significant<br />

forces and moments predicted by the model.

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