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Some Problems Concerning Wind Tunnel Testing of Automotive Vehicles
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Mid-Year Meeting
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English
Abstract
Some of the techniques used in wind tunnel testing of automotive vehicle models are discussed. The current problems and unknowns are presented with comparative data when available. Aerodynamic lift is shown to be the most sensitive and uncertain of the aerodynamic components.
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Gross, D. and Sekscienski, W., "Some Problems Concerning Wind Tunnel Testing of Automotive Vehicles," SAE Technical Paper 660385, 1966, https://doi.org/10.4271/660385.Also In
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