Case study – Rear Wing Endplate Variants

Introduction

A simple investigation into the effects on Lift/Drag efficiency of a formula-car style two element rear wing when endplate details commonly seen in Formula 1 are applied.

Result

A wing efficiency increase of 12.7% from...

Result

A 26 percent drag reduction through tailored fairings, rear-end boat tail and wheel arch treatments. This poses around a 13 percent reduction in fuel usage at motorway speeds.

Method

 Original tanker design showing significant turbulence between tractor and trailer...