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Aerodynamics of Race Cars in Drafting and Passing Situations
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The aerodynamic forces on NASCAR Grand National Race Cars in “drafting” and passing situations are defined, utilizing steady-state wind tunnel test results. The phenomena occurring in these situations are discussed in relation to their effects on handling maneuvers and improved performance. Graphic presentation of data obtained for lift, drag, and yaw supplement the discussion.
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Romberg, G., Chianese, F., and Lajoie, R., "Aerodynamics of Race Cars in Drafting and Passing Situations," SAE Technical Paper 710213, 1971, https://doi.org/10.4271/710213.Also In
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- Pope A. Harper J. J. “Low-Speed Wind Tunnel Testing.” New York John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 1966
- Herriot J. G. “Blockage Corrections for Three-Dimensional Flow in Closed Throat Wind Tunnels, with Consideration of Effects of Compressibility.”