Mar 28, 2024  
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AUTE 4100U – Road Vehicle Aerodynamics


This course covers the theory and effects of aerodynamics of road vehicles. Topics include: aerodynamic drag analysis (including drag, lift, boundary layer, side force and moment and sources of drag); aerodynamic design; computational aerodynamics; experimental testing; options for vehicle body design modification to improve aerodynamic performance; lateral wind effects on vehicle stability; noise and vehicle soiling; and internal aerodynamics and cooling systems.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Laboratory hours: 2 (biweekly)
Prerequisite(s): MECE 2860U 



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