Abstract
The dynamics of tire skidding and wear of a commercial airplane during touchdown is discussed, and a simple analytical model is presented. It is suggested that prespinning of the wheels prior to touchdown is not only possible but also practical to prevent tire wear and damage to the runway and the ensuing environmental issues.
Recommended Citation
Mohazzabi, Pirooz; Gentile, Sophia; and Marquez, Cristian
(2024)
"Dynamics of an Airplane Wheel at Touchdown,"
Journal of Aviation Technology and Engineering:
Vol. 13:
Iss.
1, Article 3.
Available at: https://doi.org/10.7771/2159-6670.1290