Question

Talking about circular motion , why does a cyclist in the velodrome prefer a banked track and why to they lean in towards the centre. Thanks

Answer 1

To provide the centripetal force to be able to accelerate inwards.

Answer 2

thank you .does this means friction is reduced?

Answer 3

No. If his speed increases, then yes, but I guess this is uniform circular motion.

Answer 4

so is banking per-fable over non banked?

Answer 5

No idea

Answer 6

thanks anyway :)

Answer 7

Google it

Answer 8

clever idea