The Physics of Nascar: The Science Behind the Speed

The Physics of Nascar: The Science Behind the Speed
by Diandra Leslie-Pelecky

The Physics of Nascar: The Science Behind the Speed
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Author: Diandra Leslie-Pelecky
Edition: Paperback
Audio: English (Published)
Format: Bargain Price
Published: 2009-01-27
ISBN: N/A
Number of pages: 304
Publisher: Plume

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Book Review: great book
Summary: 5 Stars

the book was a very well written book on the technial aspect of nascar racing. the writer did a lot of research to develop this project.she is very intelligent.

Summary of The Physics of Nascar: The Science Behind the Speed

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.

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