Sentences with phrase «own aerodynamic lift»

It makes sense - if too much aerodynamic downforce hurts overtaking, then increasing aerodynamic lift (the opposite of downforce) will certainly improve matters.

The Jump Glider could be the first in a new generation of robots, harnessing aerodynamic lift to travel further than it would if it simply hopped, and without using additional energy.

For a start, it would have no wings, but would be a «lifting body» — a flat, triangular shape that generates its own aerodynamic lift.

The unusual half - and - half state can reverse another key effect of spin — the aerodynamic lift force — which can make a ball swerve up or down, or side to side.

«If you are going to have things sticking out of the fuselage, you can try to design them so that they generate aerodynamic lift — in much the same way as large bat ears,» he says.

The narrow rear windshield ends in a U-shape, where it meets a stubby decklid that, at speeds above 70 mph, rises to serve as a spoiler than reduces aerodynamic lift by 264 pounds.

The rear suspension links even incorporate deflectors to reduce aerodynamic lift.

On the outside, the 2015 Subaru BRZ Series.Blue coupes benefit from new a STI body kit that comprises new front, side, and rear lips, which are said to reduce aerodynamic lift and lower the car's overall drag coefficient from 0.28 to 0.27.

A matte - silver element divides the upper front grille in half, a new fascia features enormous inlets to feed and cool the twin - turbo engine, and a matte - silver front splitter helps reduce aerodynamic lift at speed.

Both of these components — diffuser and roof edge spoiler — reduce aerodynamic lift at the rear axle.

The largest addition to the backside is a huge rear diffuser to keep aerodynamic lift to a minimum.

The refreshed 2014 Camaro gets a revised front fascia that has a wider lower grille and a narrower upper grille, while the functional hood vent helps reduce heat and aerodynamic lift.

The SportDesign package adds visual appeal, and includes aggressive front splitters, a revised rear two - stage spoiler that extends automatically at speed, and an integrated rear diffuser that Porsche says reduces aerodynamic lift.

The front spoiler reduces aerodynamic lift by 30 percent and the rear one reduces lift by 57 percent, yet the car has the same coefficient of drag as a stock 750i.

Meticulously tuned in the wind tunnel, the exterior contributes to performance through reduced aerodynamic lift for better handling while enhancing efficiency.

For example, the teams spent more than 350 hours testing the Camaro in the wind tunnel, meticulously tailoring the exterior to improve cooling and reduce aerodynamic lift and drag.

Aerodynamic drag and aerodynamic lift have also been reduced — a measure that's of more importance on a car capable of almost 200mph than on anything with a 155mph electronic speed limiter.

The BRABUS WIDESTAR front apron and its large air dams give the 4x4 an even more striking face, and reduce aerodynamic lift on the front axle at high speed.

As a result, the aerodynamic drag coefficient is reduced by more than 15 percent, cooling efficiency is improved and there is no aerodynamic lift at highway speeds, Porsche said.

The new Camaro is meticulously tuned (350 - hours) in the wind tunnel to reduce aerodynamic lift for improved handling and better fuel efficiency.

The functional hood vent on the Camaro SS helps reduce heat and aerodynamic lift.

Chevrolet says the new grille helps deliver more cooling and inlet air to the Camaro's engines, as well as reducing aerodynamic lift.

The front bumper's carbon - fibre front splitter works to reduce aerodynamic lift over the front axle, while each of the side intakes also sport small vanes for added downforce, in an idea pioneered by Ferrari's 458 Italia.

Meticulously tuned in the wind tunnel, the exterior contributes to the performance through reduced aerodynamic lift for better handling while enhancing efficiency.

You'll notice the bold strakes on both front fenders, rearward of the wheels, that serve to promote engine cooling and reduce aerodynamic lift.

The air suspension lowers itself into a more aerodynamic ride height that both lowers the center of mass, which improves stability at high speeds, and reduces air turbulence beneath the SUV, which reduces aerodynamic lift and drag, further contributing to the feeling of a more planted ride.

Fewer aerodynamic lifts in front and rear and a lower centre of gravity, in combination with newly designed air springs and active roll bars, deliver surprisingly agile handling capabilities for this super-luxury boulevardier.

Aerodynamic lift at the front of the car has been reduced to below zero through the use of a carbon fiber hood with air outlet duct and a finned front under - cover.

Not exact matches

They're considered more aerodynamic because their simple design keeps them from being lifted off of the glass easily in wind and rain.

The main concerns of automotive aerodynamics are reducing drag, reducing wind noise, and preventing undesired lift forces at high speeds.

Shape of main wings, namely airfoil, produces lift force, thanks to aerodynamic interaction with air, and achieves commensurate energy efficiency.

It was much more aerodynamic than Socha expected, producing forces that, in air, would allow it to maintain near - maximum lift.

He grasped some understanding of aerodynamics, lift and the fluidity of air.

In theory, the WEAV would be more stable than an aircraft — airplanes and helicopters, for example — that rely on aerodynamics to provide lift.

Vortex generators operate on a basic aerodynamics principle — that if you reduce the separation of the airflow on the leeward side of an airfoil, you can enhance the lift and at the same time reduce the drag.

The front splitter and and duck tail spoiler improve aerodynamic performance, reducing lift and increasing rear stability respectively.

At 50 mph and up, a second spoiler automatically rises out of the trunk lid and works with the roof - mounted spoiler to reduce lift and further improve aerodynamics and grip.

To hit 200 (reasonably) safely, the SVT team revised the Shelby's aerodynamics, achieving a slight reduction in overall drag with a considerable reduction in front - end lift.

According to Oppenheiser, «The ZL1 was developed with high - speed performance in mind, incorporating a balanced aerodynamic package that reduces lift without significantly affecting drag.»

The rear wing and front - wing main planes are smaller, and the centerline wicker from the nose of the car to the cockpit is tapered — an aerodynamic device intended to prevent the car from lifting off the ground when it spins.

When not trying to slow the car down, the spoiler can either help make the car more aerodynamic or reduce lift over the rear axle.

Talking to Nissan's creative chief, Shiro Nakamura, he told evo that the changes have improved aerodynamic efficiency while reducing lift - all the while bringing the car closer in line with Nissan's other models.

For the 1987 model year, however, Ford dutifully reawakened both the Mustang and the 302 (a.k.a. «five - oh») with an aerodynamic face - lift and a 25 - hp bump, respectively.

Aesthetically, Novitec has applied its usual subtle styling treatments, adding a subtle array of aerodynamic additions to the nose aiding front - end lift, while at the rear the standard GT4C's diffuser and top mounted wing have been subtly re-shaped.

A number of aerodynamic modifications are said to reduce lift.

Not only does this further reduce lift at the front axle, it also provides downforce at the rear axle for improved aerodynamics and even better performance — combined with a surprisingly high level of comfort.

A discreet decklid spoiler reduces both aerodynamic drag and rear lift, while a split diffuser beneath the rear bumper mimics the front air intakes» shape above four serious circular tailpipes.

For example, the front fascia provides aerodynamic benefits by reducing lift and drag, while providing sufficient air flow to cool the 6.1 - liter HEMI V - 8 engine.

The result is reduced lift at the front axle and increased downforce at the rear axle for improved aerodynamics and another boost in performance.

The main purpose of the airdam is to force air to flow around the car rather than under it in the interests of reducing aerodynamic drag and lift.