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Mechanical Engineering · Q91

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Engineering and GATE · Mechanical Engineering · question 91

Q91

The basic purpose of providing caster angle on wheels is to

A.
Prevent uneven tyre wear
B.
Maintain directional control
Answer
C.
Bring the road contact of the tyre under the point of load
D.
Compensate for wear in the steering linkage

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
Excessive caster angle will make the steering heavier and less responsive, although in racing large caster angles are used for improving camber gain in cornering.