Method and apparatus for reducing drag on a vehicle in...

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2005-05-31

2005-05-31

Patel, Kiran B. (Department: 3612)

Land vehicles: bodies and tops

Bodies

Storm-front shield, apron, or robe

C296S180200

Reexamination Certificate

active

06899369

ABSTRACT:
A system for reducing turbulence and therefore improving fuel efficiency for land-operated vehicles uses at least one linear array of vortex generators along typically a leading edge of a vehicle profile. I addition an aerodynamic bug diversion system is provided for creating and directing an airflow shield to prevent bugs and other lightweight debris from hitting the windshield of a moving vehicle.

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