The Physics of Nascar The Science Behind the Speed
, by Leslie-Pelecky, DiandraNote: Supplemental materials are not guaranteed with Rental or Used book purchases.
- ISBN: 9780452290228 | 0452290228
- Cover: Paperback
- Copyright: 1/27/2009
A physicist explores the science of speed racing With 75 million fans, NASCAR is the #1 spectator sport in America. Now, in The Physics of NASCAR, a scientist explains the intricate and complex way the sport works, in terms that anyone who drives a car—or maybe occasionally looks under the hood—can easily comprehend. Based on her extensive access to NASCAR race shops, drivers, crew chiefs, engine builders, and pit crews during races, Diandra Leslie-Pelecky traces the life cycle of a race car from its creation at top race shops to competing in the door-todoor action of the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series.