Learn the physics and engineering principles behind banked curves on highways and exit ramps in this 16-minute physics lecture. Explore the mathematical relationships and optimal design considerations that determine the banking angle needed for vehicles to safely navigate sharp curves at various speeds. Discover how civil engineers apply these physics concepts to create safer road designs that help prevent accidents and maintain vehicle stability during turns.
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Car on a Steep Banked Curve | Physics with Professor Matt Anderson | M8-08
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Physics with Professor Matt Anderson