Aerodynamic trailer cuts fuel and emissions by up to ...(A Carrosseriebouw Ephicas Kees Mulder Ca...)

Date:4/17/2008

A Carrosseriebouw, Ephicas, Kees Mulder Carrosserien, Van Eck Carrosseriebouw, Syntens, Squarell Technology, Emons Group and NEA transport research and training, is to develop and test aerodynamic applications for trailers. In contrast to research into the aerodynamic properties of trucks, comparable research into trailers is still relatively new. Applications such as the Ephicas sideskirts or boat tails could lead to reductions in air resistance of up to 30%, which translates into a reduction in fuel consumption and emissions of as much as 15%. Moreover, it contributes to increasing profits in the highly competitive world of road transport.

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Contact: Roy Meijer r.e.t.meijer@tudelft.nl 31-152-781-751 Delft University of Technology Source:Eurekalert

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