General Layout Characteristics and Performance of a New Wind Tunnel for Aerodynamic and Functional Tests on Full-Scale Vehicles

Format:

Conference/Event

Author/Creator:

Morelli, Alberto, author.

Conference Name:

1971 Automotive Engineering Congress and Exposition (1971-01-11 : Detroit, Michigan, United States)

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource

Place of Publication:

Warrendale, PA SAE International 1971

Summary:

This paper discusses the advantages of closed type and open type working sections of a wind tunnel designed for aerodynamic tests on full-scale vehicles. Analyses of economic considerations, component efficiency, and applicability to the specific purpose of testing were the deciding factors in choosing the open type working section for this wind tunnel being erected by Pininfarina at Torino, Italy. Preliminary design work and supporting research are described

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Publisher Number:

710214

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Restricted for use by site license