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Originally Posted by RACERSNUT
It seems that I've got some reading to do. Thank you all for the links and references.
I know that most of the big rig trailer information would apply to a plain jane cargo trailer. Although, by the looks of things.......it seems that the general enclosed trailer industry as a whole falls far short of what could be a huge improvement in aerodynamics. Not that I'm opposed to working for something to improve mileage,....but at some point one would think there would be an evolution of sorts. Well at least something more than a V-nose design.
I'm familiar with the template that's offered as a tool. It would certainly be interesting if the Cargo Trailer industry would even consider such a thing.
Again, thanks for the information!
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In 'FAIRING WELL',Gelzer discusses the cultural bias against 'thinkers,' advanced technology,and how consumers are attached to 'man it up.' Just add more horsepower.
Fleet operators couldn't give a ---t what an 18-wheeler looks like,they're business men,just looking at the bottom line.
Some drivers, on the other hand,express open hostility towards anything that isn't conventional.
35-years later,we still don't have a decent trailer for sale in the U.S.,but it's not because people haven't tried.
Adam,the trucker,can't stand the sight of Eve.
This would be a scientific response to a low-drag trailer challenge
It's okay for Great White sharks,land speed record cars,and American Bald Eagles,but never good enough for American truckers.Those Eagles are sissies!