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How do you calculate lateral weight transfer during cornering?

Answer

Lateral weight transfer is calculated using the roll moment equation: Delta W = (m * ay * h) / t, where m is vehicle mass, ay is lateral acceleration, h is CG height, and t is track width. This total transfer is distributed between front and rear axles based on roll stiffness distribution. Higher roll stiffness at an axle increases its weight transfer, reducing grip at that end. This principle is used to tune understeer/oversteer balance through anti-roll bar sizing.

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