Contemporary wind tunnel test techniques used to determine the aerodynamic drag of model trucks are reviewed. The effect of drag coefficient changes are evaluated in terms of reductions in fuel consumption and several comparisons are made between wind tunnel predictions and road measurement. The drag reductions and fuel consumption reductions presently available and those expected from future aerodynamic modifications are examined, based on wind tunnel experience.


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    Title :

    The Wind Tunnel Testing of Heavy Trucks to Reduce Fuel Consumption


    Additional title:

    Sae Technical Papers


    Contributors:

    Conference:

    SAE International Truck and Bus Meeting and Exposition ; 1982



    Publication date :

    1982-02-01




    Type of media :

    Conference paper


    Type of material :

    Print


    Language :

    English




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