Computer Simulation of Car Aerodynamic Properties

The paper presents an optimization of car aerodynamic properties using the simulation software STAR‑CCM+. For real simulation was used tested car Fiat 127 which was modified on the performance car. The basic objective of this work is using computer simulations to obtain knowledge about the impact of...

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Published inActa Universitatis Agriculturae et Silviculturae Mendelianae Brunensis Vol. 65; no. 5; pp. 1505 - 1514
Main Authors Janoško, Ivan, Polonec, Tomáš, Kuchar, Peter, Máchal, Pavel, Zach, Martin
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Mendel University Press 2017
Subjects
aerodynamic resistance
car modification
car stability
lifting force
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Summary:The paper presents an optimization of car aerodynamic properties using the simulation software STAR‑CCM+. For real simulation was used tested car Fiat 127 which was modified on the performance car. The basic objective of this work is using computer simulations to obtain knowledge about the impact of individual body parts on the results of aerodynamic drag, downforce or lift. Based on the results, bodywork modifications will be designed to improve the aerodynamic characteristics of the body, but would not disrupt the basic shape and appearance of the vehicle. The modifications will be again subjected to tests in simulation software. On the modified body was significantly reduced torque of the front axle, while increased of rear axle (cca 1250 N.m). This caused a significant stabilizing effect on the rear axle. The results of simulation tests before and after use bodywork modifications are processed in graphical and numerical form.
ISSN:1211-8516
2464-8310
DOI:10.11118/actaun201765051505