A new method for computing the centre of mass of a bicycle and rider

Hezi Yizhaq, Gil Baran

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Abstract

For developing riding skills on mountain bikes, it is important to know how the centre of mass of a bicycle and its rider changes with ground inclination or with rider position. We show here a new method for finding the location of this point by measuring the normal forces acting on the wheels in two positions with a digital weight indicator. This method can be easily applied in the classroom and can be used as a real-life example for computing the centre of mass of a complex body.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)500-504
Number of pages5
JournalPhysics Education
Volume45
Issue number5
DOIs
StatePublished - 1 Sep 2010

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Education
  • General Physics and Astronomy

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