Racecar Aerodynamic Optimization for an E-1 Class Streamliner Using Arbitrary Shape Deformation Optimal Solutions Software, LLC

Format:

Conference/Event

Author/Creator:

Jackson, M. (Miles), author.

Conference Name:

Aerospace Technology Conference & Exposition (2007-09-17 : Los Angeles, California, United States)

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource

Place of Publication:

Warrendale, PA SAE International 2007

Summary:

This report presents the results of a CFD study to develop a bodywork package to improve the aerodynamic performance of the Brigham Young University (BYU) Electric Streamliner. A comparison of the pressure distribution and the flow around the baseline and final recommended' configuration is also presented.The effect of the CFD developed body geometry to the vehicle has been to increase downforce by almost 300lbf when it is at 200mph, while reducing drag by 8.5lbf. The final lift to drag ratio is -1.56 as compared to the .67 baseline

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Publisher Number:

2007-01-3858

Access Restriction:

Restricted for use by site license