What Are the Causes of Vehicle Sideslip?
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Vehicle sideslip can be caused by slippery road surfaces, unbalanced resistance on the four wheels during braking, and improper steering operations. Here are the detailed explanations: Slippery Road Surfaces: The coefficient of adhesion decreases and becomes asymmetrical on both sides, leading to reduced wheel load and road adhesion. Even a slight lateral external force can cause wheel sideslip. Unbalanced Resistance on the Four Wheels During Braking: Unequal braking force on the left and right wheels, varying coefficients of adhesion on each wheel, or a load center of gravity biased to one side can cause "pulling," which is also highly likely to result in wheel sideslip. Improper Steering Operations: Actions such as high speed, sudden steering, improper braking during fast turns, or an excessively high vehicle center of gravity (due to overloading) increase the inertial centrifugal force, making wheel sideslip highly likely.