camber

• Substantiv, das eine leichte Wölbung oder Krümmung nach oben auf einer Oberfläche wie einer Straße bezeichnet, oder die Neigung der Räder eines Fahrzeugs nach innen oder außen zur Verbesserung von Lenkverhalten und Stabilität.

A noun referring to a slight convexity or upward curve on a surface, such as a road, or the inward or outward tilt of a vehicle's wheels for improved handling and stability.

1. Road curvatureB2formal

   A slight upward curve or convexity on the surface of a road, designed to help water drain off.

   Straßenwölbung

   • The road was built with a camber to prevent water from pooling.
   • Engineers carefully calculated the camber for the new highway.
   • Proper camber ensures better drainage and safer driving.

   Synonymecrown

2. Track bankingB2formal

   A slope on a curve of a road or racetrack where the outer edge is higher than the inner edge, to counteract centrifugal force.

   Überhöhung

   • The racetrack's camber allows cars to take corners at high speeds.
   • A steep camber on the turn helps drivers maintain control.
   • The design of the camber is crucial for safety on the track.

   Synonymebankbankingcantinclineslopetilt

3. Wheel alignmentC1formal

   The angle of a vehicle's wheels relative to the vertical axis, where the bottom of the wheels are closer together than the top.

   Sturz

   • The mechanic adjusted the camber to improve tire wear.
   • Incorrect camber can cause the car to pull to one side.
   • Proper camber alignment is essential for stable handling.

• Verb, das bedeutet, eine Fläche oder ein Bauteil leicht zu wölben oder bogenförmig zu krümmen, meist um eine gleichmäßige Krümmung oder Überhöhung zu erzeugen.

A verb meaning to curve or arch slightly, typically referring to a surface or structural element.

1. Curve upward in the middleC1formal

   To shape or bend something so that it arches or curves upward at its center.

   Nach oben wölben

   • The road was designed to camber slightly for better water drainage.
   • Engineers camber the beams to support the roof's weight.
   • The deck of the ship cambers to shed water quickly.

   Synonymearcarchbendbowconvexcurvehump