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Old 03-30-2017, 04:21 AM   #11 (permalink)
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http://newatlas.com/truck-aerodynamics-fuel-efficiency-plasma/48646/

As opposed to a ring-vortex at the rear, this uses 'airtab'-like actuators to create jets at the front. I surmise the effect is similar to a serated edge or fences.

IMG doesn't want to display, but it looks like a stack of tiny headlights.

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