Research on the influence of geometric parameters on the phenomenon of snaking of articulated vehicles

The article presents the results of own numerical research conducted to determine the influence of the differential, causing the occurrence of the non-uniform torsion of wheels on the same axle and the changes in the width of an articulated vehicle, on the changes of the angle in the turn joint leading to snaking. An attempt was also made to determine the influence of swaying on vehicle stability. The quantitative influence of the above mentioned factors has been determined. Analytical formulae are also presented.