Sentences with phrase «vortex generators»

SAN DIEGO (May 22, 2017)-- Today, EDF Renewables (EDF Renewables), a leading provider of renewable operations and maintenance (O&M) services in North America, and 3M, an industry leader in wind technologies, announced a new agreement to install 3M ™ Wind Vortex Generators on wind turbines across the U.S..

The aerodynamics package consists of a front splitter, side winglets, air - stabilizing vents, a large rear wing, and roof - mounted vortex generators.

Model - exclusive vortex generators at the rear edges of the roof point backward toward a visually striking rear wing.

That party piece, now thinner, works in conjunction with vortex generator strakes on the trailing edge of the roof line, which are sandwiched by two raised «horns».

«When properly installed, wind vortex generators energize the flow around a blade's surface and reduce aerodynamic separation, improving the turbine's performance in terms of power, loads and service life.»

Ferrari claim the new 488 Spider is the fastest and most aerodynamic Ferrari Spider ever built, thanks to the powerful turbo V8 and a blown spoiler and underbody incorporating vortex generators.

An evolution of the R's underbody aero has been adapted for the GT3, while the fixed rear spoiler is mounted 20 mm higher and 10 mm further back to reduce drag and now works in partnership with the diffuser and underbody vortex generators.

There are no moving mechanical parts, and unlike vortex generators on an airplane wing, these actuators can adapt to the strength and direction of the wind, she says.

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.

But unlike airplane vortex generators made of solid material, these are invisible ones made with the help of electric wind.

Researchers in Sweden are experimenting with reducing drag on trucks with electric wind devices that mimic the way vortex generators increase lift on airplane wings.

Featuring more than just good looks, the all - new 2015 Toyota Rav4 exterior includes vortex generators to direct airflow for enhanced stability and aerodynamics.

No detail was overlooked when developing the 2016 Toyota Camry which takes advantage of advanced aerodynamics and even air vortex generators that increase efficiency and reduce wind noise.

Evo MR updates include a tweaked front fascia integrating foglights with minor changes to head - and taillights, a revised hollow - design carbon - fiber rear wing, body - colored vortex generators, lighter Enkei wheels, and aluminum pedals to match the MR's aluminum roof construction.

At the rear of the Civic Type R are the Civic's characteristic LED «light pipe» taillights, a flush - mounted rear window, rear vortex generators, wing and diffuser, the 3 - outlet center exhaust, an additional red and chrome Honda badge, and an exclusive Type R badge.

Stand out from the crowd with twisted - spoke, alloy wheels and front - mounted fender vortex generators.

Also of note at the new vortex generators standing up on the leading edge of the floor, and a new twin wing mirror support, with the outermost element now connecting to the fairing that included the side impact crash structure - notable mounted below and ahead of the sidepod inlet, similar to Ferrari's design.

They did add one small fin vortex generator to each mirror housing and two to each tail light for more straight - line stability but no owner will notice.

A highly sophisticated, aerodynamic underbody with vortex generators brought significant improvements in this department as well.

In fact, if there's one fault with the Type R's styling it might be that it has gone a bit too far in the Fast and Furious direction with its vented front fenders and vortex generators above the rear window.

The epitome of function over form, it goes even further than its predecessor, offering vortex generators, an even smoother underbody, a front «air curtain» and the mother of all rear wings.

The active rear wing is movable in three positions depending on speed and drive select mode, and optimizes the car's improved overall balance, working with vortex generators created in the front and rear of the chassis» underside that maximize air flow as well as assist in brake cooling.

Dark roads will be conquered with the available multi-reflector halogen headlights, LED Daytime Running Lights, and taillights with dual vortex generators.

Its sporty styling complements wicked - up aero, including a smooth underbody, front air curtain and vortex generators at the trailing edge of the roofline — all contributing to claimed best - in - class balance between lift and drag, and excellent high - speed stability.

Among the aerodynamic aids are roof - mounted vortex generators and a hatch - mounted wing.

The aerodynamic underbody, which incorporates vortex generators, is highly sophisticated, too.

Adapted from the 911 R, it differs from that used by the old 911 GT3, with modifications to the rear diffuser and so - called vortex generators that Preuninger claims contributes to a massive 20 % increase in downforce on the rear axle; there's now 155 kg more downforce at the car's top speed of 199mph.

Vortex generators on the fenders help control turbulent airflow, enhancing the stability of 86.

Those little fins — the vortex generators on the upper side of the airfoil — create vortices to enhance lift at takeoff and landing.

A vortex generator placed at the front corner slices through the boundary layer right at its head, creating a spiral of air that mixes high velocity air into the boundary layer.

Right from the start I was smiling as I put together the three included characters in the starter pack (Gandalf, Batman and Wyld Style) and eventually the «Vortex Generator» and Batmobile.

During the game you'll find yourself taking apart the Batmobile to make other contraptions and altering the Vortex Generator as well.

There's an F1 - inspired S - Duct at the front along with a diffuser similar to the GTE car, while the car's underbody has been redesigned with new «vortex generators».

These are vortex generators that direct air strategically at the wing for additional downforce.

As an aside: this thing has better reasoning behind it that those «vortex generators» that supposedly improve your car's performance.

And why would you think any differently, when your eye is drawn to madcap elements like the Vortex Generators that jutt from the rear of the Type R's roof like a bristling porcupine.

There's also the particularly cool sounding «Vortex Generator» on the roof; essentially those protruding carbon bits, that manage airflow that little bit more specifically.

Standard Vortex - styled 18 - inch Sport alloy wheels compliment the exterior lines quite nicely while aerodynamic rear lower diffuser with back rear and lip spoiler, vortex generators, aerodynamic underbody panels ensure the C - HR cuts through the wind and provides plenty of efficiency.

At the top of the hatch door are four vortex generators that, along with matching side buttresses, help direct airflow over the rear wing.

The Ferrari 488GTB is the first mid-engine V8 Ferrari in decades with a turbocharged engine, as well as a seven - speed double - clutch gearbox, and underbody «vortex generators» to improve downforce and stability using technology tricks learned in, then banned from, Formula 1 racing.

Top speed is around 170 mph, held back by the boy racer proliferation of spoilers, splitters, and vortex generators that induce drag.

The «intense» rear has been engineered to accelerate the downforce affects and critical pieces of this puzzle include the Honda signature double hatch, the rear spoiler, exaggerated wing, and four small fins that sit atop the rear window glass and function as vortex generators.

Honda tells me the wing actually provides downforce, the pointy bits are vortex generators that reduce aerodynamic drag, and all the vents have a purpose.

You'll turn heads on the road with a sleek design that features cooling elements like front fender - mounted vortex generators.

The use of rear diffusers, vortex generators, canards, wheel well vents, hood vents, and undertrays is strictly prohibited.

The bumps on the taillights aren't just for show — they're vortex generators that help improve the car's straight - line control and efficiency by dictating air flow around the entire vehicle.

Aerodynamics package with front splitter, side winglets, air - stabilizing vents, large rear wing, and roof - mounted vortex generators

Though the price starts at $ 35,189, you are required to buy a couple of packages that add various spoilers, wheel locks, more gauges, an upgraded shift knob and emergency brake handle, plus some too - trendy «vortex generators» that look like shark's teeth set just above the rear window.