| The Physics of NASCAR: The Science Behind the Speed Contributor(s): Leslie-Pelecky, Diandra (Author) |
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ISBN: 0452290228 ISBN-13: 9780452290228 Publisher: Plume Books OUR PRICE: $14.40 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: February 2009 Annotation: 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 caraor maybe occasionally looks under the hoodacan 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. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Sports & Recreation | Motor Sports - Science | Physics - General |
| Dewey: 796.720 |
| Physical Information: 0.72" H x 5.44" W x 8.47" (0.60 lbs) 320 pages |
| Themes: - Topical - NASCAR |
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| Publisher Description: A physicist explores the science of speed racing and the #1 spectator sport in America in the perfect gift for both NASCAR and science fans. Every NASCAR fan--at one time or another--asks the same question: Why isn't my favorite driver winning? This is your chance to discover how much more there is to NASCAR than "Go fast, turn left and don't crash." If you've ever wondered why racecars don't have mufflers, how "bump drafting" works, or what in the world "Let's go up a pound on the right rear and add half a round of wedge" means, The Physics of NASCAR is for you. In this fast-paced investigation into the adrenaline-pumping world of NASCAR, a physicist with a passion uncovers what happens when the rubber hits the road and 800-horsepower vehicles compete at 190 miles per hour only inches from one another. Diandra Leslie-Pelecky tells her story in terms anyone who drives a car--and maybe occasionally looks under the hood--can understand. How do drivers walk away from serious crashes? How can two cars travel faster together than either car can on its own? How do you dress for a 1800 F gasoline fire? In simple yet detailed, high-octane prose, this is the ultimate thrill ride for armchair speed demons, auto science buffs, and NASCAR fans at every level of interest. Readers, start your engines. |