| Title |
Research and development of a body kit for passenger cars to enhance aerodynamic efficiency / |
| Translation of Title |
Kėbulo elementų komplekto lengvųjų automobilių aerodinaminėms savybėms gerinti sukūrimas ir tyrimas. |
| Authors |
Stephen, Richard |
| Full Text |
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| Pages |
75 |
| Keywords [eng] |
CFD analysis ; Solidworks ; drag coefficient ; lift coefficient |
| Abstract [eng] |
The primary purpose of this project is to improve the aerodynamic performance of a passenger car. This is accomplished by attaching different aerodynamic features to the stock car. Mazda CX-9 2020 is the model chosen, and designed as per the dimensions of the manufacturer. Solidworks 2019 is the software used to design the aerodynamic features and the CFD flow simulation is performed using the same. Primarily, the base model is analyzed and the results procured is set as the base results for comparison. Individual analysis of the diffuser and side skirt is performed to identify the optimum drag and lift coefficients for the car, which is then used in the configuration as the standard angle and height respectively. The study is improved by analyzing aerodynamic characteristics of the stock car along with different combinations of aerodynamic features and angle of spoiler inclination. The result obtained is collated with that of the base results and the best combinations of the parts with aerodynamic characteristic is chosen. The influence of aerodynamic properties together with the combination of various elements additionally mounted to the car has been determined. |
| Dissertation Institution |
Kauno technologijos universitetas. |
| Type |
Master thesis |
| Language |
English |
| Publication date |
2021 |
