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Old 05-27-2011, 07:41 AM   #72 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by crmears View Post
I do not think that we should attempt to copy the shape of a wing. Wings are designed to use airflow to create lift. The action of creating lift with a wing induces drag.
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Wind tunnel tests are used to determine the wing profile shape that produces the most lift with the least drag, so at least some of wing design is useful as a model for an aerodynamic vehicle. A vertical wing shape as a trailing edge to the RV would be ideal, however it would be far too long.

Have you considered an aerodynamic trailer?
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