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Body Aerodynamics and Heater Air Flow
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Mid-Year Meeting
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English
Abstract
The heater air flow rate is a function not only of the heater itself but also of the size and location of the heater system air inlets, the car body air outlets, and the body surface pressure at these inlets and outlets. Favorable pressure conditions generally exist at the typical top cowl heater air inlet; however, the aerodynamics of each particular vehicle should be studied to confirm the existence of these conditions. Little consideration has been given to body air outlet pressure conditions since body leakage paths have generally served as adequate air outlets; but, as body leakage is reduced, specific air outlets must be considered and a knowledge of aerodynamics is essential to the achieving of appropriately sized and appropriately located air outlets.
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Shirk, R., "Body Aerodynamics and Heater Air Flow," SAE Technical Paper 660388, 1966, https://doi.org/10.4271/660388.Also In
References
- Dawley, M. W. “Aerodynamic Effects on Automotive Components.” Paper presented at SAE International Automotive Congress Detroit January 1965