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Aerodynamic and Mechanical Drag Characteristics of Light Trucks and Truck-Trailer Combinations

 

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SAE 932976 discusses the application of advanced coastdown test and analysis methods used to differentiate aerodynamic drag, rolling resistance, and mechanical loss characteristics of light trucks and travel-trailer combinations as related to various light truck classes.

 

For more information about our aerodynamic and mechanical drag characteristics of light trucks and truck-trailer combinations capabilities, or how you can contract with SwRI, please contact Douglas Fussner at dfussner@swri.org or (210) 522-3972.

 

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Contact Information

Douglas Fussner

Drivetrain Design and Development

(210) 522-3972

dfussner@swri.org

drivetrain.swri.org

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December 28, 2012