A description is given of a research program on 'transient' vehicle aerodynamics, and in particular, modifications to conventional steady-state aerodynamic forces and moments on moving vehicles due to cross-wind gusts. Details of the MIRA Model Cross-Wind Simulator are given together with instrumentation and techniques used. The program indicates variation of aerodynamic force components (except drag) for a range of vehicle shapes and configurations when subjected to motorway gusts. A standard cross-wind gust scale simulation was developed with similar intensity to gusts encountered over flat country.


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    Title :

    Transient Aerodynamic Forces on Simple Road Vehicle Shapes in Simulated Cross-Wind Gusts


    Contributors:

    Publication date :

    1977


    Size :

    84 pages


    Type of media :

    Report


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English




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