Hariprasad, Narayanan and Balasubramanian, Viswanathan (2025) The Physics of Energy Consumption in Cars: Braking vs. Air Resistance. [Teaching Resource] (Unpublished)
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Abstract
When we drive a car, the energy from fuel or electricity is used to move the vehicle forward. However, not all of this energy is utilized efficiently. A significant portion is wasted through various mechanisms, with two primary culprits being braking and air resistance (drag). Understanding how these forces interact provides valuable insights into how we can reduce energy consumption and make driving more efficient.
| Item Type: | Teaching Resource |
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| Subjects: | Energy Science |
| ID Code: | 4351 |
| Deposited By: | Prof Viswanathan B |
| Deposited On: | 01 Feb 2025 09:36 |
| Last Modified: | 01 Feb 2025 09:36 |
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