Theory and Design for Mechanical Measurements
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ISBN: 9781118881279
Author: Richard S. Figliola, Donald E. Beasley
Publisher: WILEY
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Suggest a test matrix to evaluate the wear performance of four different brands of aftermarket passenger car tires of the same size, load, and speed ratings on a fleet of eight cars of the same make. If the cars were not of the same make, what would change?
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