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Forum: Aerodynamics 06-25-2014, 12:23 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,177
Posted By rbrowning
Smart morphing surfaces minimize drag at all speeds

"Researchers at MIT have developed a smart curved surface that can morph at will to reduce drag, generating a series of small, evenly spaced dimples that make it resemble the outside of a golf ball....
Forum: Success Stories 04-25-2014, 08:27 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,658
Posted By rbrowning
I think you benefit from 3 factors: 1, you are...

I think you benefit from 3 factors:
1, you are going slower which may help your engine into a more efficient operating speed.
2, the big truck punches a big hole in the air for you reducing how...
Forum: Aerodynamics 10-18-2012, 07:18 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,847
Posted By rbrowning
Air Force to immitate geese.

Someone finally realized what a birdbrain figured out long ago. Use the slipstream to reduce drag.

U.S. Air Force goes vortex surfing to cut fuel consumption...
Forum: General Efficiency Discussion 10-16-2012, 05:44 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 10,344
Posted By rbrowning
It took about 6 weeks. I alternated between the...

It took about 6 weeks. I alternated between the two brands to allow for environmental issues. In two days I would burn 20 gallons from a tank and then refill with the other brand. It was done in the...
Forum: General Efficiency Discussion 10-15-2012, 09:12 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 10,344
Posted By rbrowning
I compared Speedway to BP. . .

A few years ago I was commuting 180 miles a day in a Silverado that got 18MPG so I was burning 10 gallons of gas per day. That can lead to desperation at the pump. At that time Speedway was usually 5...
Forum: Hybrids 05-16-2012, 08:03 PM
Replies: 177
Views: 51,513
Posted By rbrowning
PLEASE let this get to market!

This is what I've been waiting for, for years! With a 52 mile commute this is perfect. :thumbup:
Forum: The Lounge 11-15-2010, 12:15 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 11,894
Posted By rbrowning
I thought that Frank was referring to the...

I thought that Frank was referring to the UNlikelyness of an average driver getting into a fatal accident. Based on the numbers he used an average driver will never be in a fatal accident in 100 life...
Forum: General Efficiency Discussion 09-28-2010, 10:06 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,645
Posted By rbrowning
Making Diesel Engines Burn Gasoline

Has anyone seen this article about the work at Argonne National Laboratory?

Making Diesel Engines Burn Gasoline | Autopia | Wired.com...
Forum: General Efficiency Discussion 05-01-2010, 09:46 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 8,077
Posted By rbrowning
X-prize schedule

Here is the schedule posted in yesterday's local paper.

Eyes on the X Prize
Key dates for the $10 million Progressive Insurance Automotive X Prize competition:

• April 26-May 7: Shakedown...
Forum: EcoModding Central 04-25-2010, 07:52 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,827
Posted By rbrowning
"I wonder if this is a common misperception in...

"I wonder if this is a common misperception in the general public?" - Unfortunately, yes it is the general idea. Several reasons for it.

First there have been too many get rich quick schemes that...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 04-23-2010, 09:58 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,543
Posted By rbrowning
Fraunhofer developing electric vehicle test platform

Fraunhofer has developed a test bed from an existing sports car to test and develop new electric drive technologies.

http://www.gizmag.com/pictures/lrg/franhofer-frecc0-1.jpg

Fraunhofer...
Forum: Aerodynamics 03-07-2010, 07:25 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 21,728
Posted By rbrowning
You may want to try to install an air dam on top...

You may want to try to install an air dam on top of your truck bed cap that is as tall as your trailer and vee shaped to deflect the wind to the side. Look at the top of semi tractor cabs, a lot of...
Forum: Aerodynamics 02-22-2010, 09:52 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,699
Posted By rbrowning
Vauxhall to show shape-shifting 175mpg 125 mph Flextreme GT/E hybrid

Has anyone see this article over at Gizmag? Sounds like an interesting concept, hope it woks well when covered by ice and snow.

Vauxhall to show shape-shifting 175mpg 125 mph Flextreme GT/E hybrid...
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