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Old 12-05-2020, 08:32 PM   #44 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by freebeard View Post
I fail at finding an example, but I've seen curved strakes on an underbody to sweep air sideways to behind the front wheels. Either it doesn't work or only works in the underbody plenum.

If they follow the predominant airflow, wouldn't they be vortex generators in crossflow conditions.?

If you can carve away the body, airflow can be focused into a jet. My brain needs a better example than the 1959 Chevy.
Yes. My thoughts too about acting as VG in crossflow conditions.
A 1959 Chevy ?
The Impala, correct ? I can't find it now, but I saw a tuft test of that car.
Also, the Alfa Romeo BAT 7 car comes to mind.
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