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How far from the windshield can the driver properly see?
I vaguely remember seeing some discussion about this, years ago. How far from the windshield can the driver properly see?
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I don't understand what you are asking.
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Depends on the driver. Depends on the windshield.
You might mean distance from the driver to the windshield. Arm's reach so you can wipe condensation off the inside. You might mean distance from the windshield to the horizon. The angle of the glass is important. Too steep and refraction obscures the view. Too curved and it displaces objects. Optimum is the curved-screen Superbeetle. :) edit: I'm half serious. Compare with the Type III. The Beetle has an A-pillar that's narrower than the B-pillar. The upper corners are rounded. It's like a sliced-off teardrop. The flat screen is best for optical clarity. |
I have a book on aircraft design that, I think, has a section on seating versus windscreen view. But I need more info before I go and dig it out.
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Thanks for the replies, but nevermind- I've decided not to pursue this particular path.
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I guess now we will never know what it was you were asking.
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FWIW I don't like the distance to the windshield in the old "Dustbuster" GM vans. I'd consider that, or somewhat less, as my limit.
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