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Forum: Aerodynamics

06-18-2007, 04:48 PM

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Help me understand aero: rear corner radii, yes or no?

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Posted By broodlinger

IMO a flat back (such as an 18-wheeler or Scion)...

IMO a flat back (such as an 18-wheeler or Scion) is the worst scenario drag-wise.

Anything you can do to round the rear end is going to help aerodynamics at high speeds.

Forum: Aerodynamics

06-16-2007, 08:29 PM

Replies: 31

Help me understand aero: rear corner radii, yes or no?

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Posted By broodlinger

>I find it interesting that you use pics of one...

>I find it interesting that you use pics of one of the Ford Probe concept cars. It was designed specifically as an exercise in aerodynamic design

I used the Ford Probe because GeoMetro mentioned...

Forum: Aerodynamics

06-15-2007, 01:51 AM

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Help me understand aero: rear corner radii, yes or no?

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Posted By broodlinger

Well, here's a quick reply: ...

Well, here's a quick reply:

https://www.av8n.com/how/htm/4forces.html

"A non-streamlined object (such as the flat plate in figure 4.9) can have ten times more form drag than a streamlined object...

Forum: Aerodynamics

06-13-2007, 10:40 PM

Replies: 31

Help me understand aero: rear corner radii, yes or no?

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Posted By broodlinger

Basic advice

I'm new here, but I just wanted to say something that should cut through all the confusion. A famous quote: "Most cars would be more aerodynamic if driven backwards." That is, a big flat rear...

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