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Originally Posted by Cosmo
Someday I want to run an aero flow code on a model of my RV and see whats happening. Seems like some small fairings in the back might help with mileage and stability.
Here's an interesting study NASA did years ago:
http://ntrs.nasa.gov/archive/nasa/ca...9990047711.pdf |
Interesting study... Their conclusion that the design of the after body (rear of the vehicle) (as well as underbody design) is just as important is reflected by many of the large trucks I see in Europe with the boat tail extensions. Fuel is so much more expensive in Europe that is makes real economic sense to make the vehicles as aerodynamic as possible. I've seen a few boat tails in the US, but many more in Europe.
So... are you going to design a boat tail for the Axis? Maybe some raised wing tips as well.
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