Aerodynamics

Single seater car in ACE wind tunnel

ACE wind tunnel technical specification

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ACE (Aero Concept Engineering) is a French company based in Magny-Cours and which provides a complete aerodynamic consultancy and development service. It includes a wind tunnel, a CFD expertise, CAD design, 3D digitalization, machining and composites design. Wind tunnel specification Racing car configuration Standard configuration General Type Single return closed-circuit Single return closed-circuit Test section Shape […]

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Multifunction active aerodynamic system by prodrive

A multifunction active aerodynamic system for supercar

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A multi-function active aerodynamic system has been developed by Prodrive Automotive Technology. On behalf of a vehicle OEM for use in a 200+mph supercar, Prodrive produced the first functional prototype system eight months after starting the programme. The system was production-ready 18 months later, along with a bespoke manufacturing facility commissioned on site at Prodrive’s

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Mercedes CLA aerodynamic testing

Mercedes CLA is the most aerodynamic production car of the world

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With a drag coefficient (Cd) value of 0.23, the CLA sets a new benchmark – both within the Mercedes-Benz model range and among all production vehicles. The drag area, Cd x A – which is crucial to aerodynamic resistance – also leads the field, at 0.51 m². This record figure is undercut still further by

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