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Originally Posted by gramicci101
@ eric6, would there be any benefit to a vertical vane on the outside edge of the splitter? I've seen this on a number of race cars; I assume it creates vortices and helps direct airflow down the side of the car.
I've seen both designs elsewhere and mocked them up in sketchup for pics:
I assume the cutout at the bottom assists with vortex generation, but I'm just guessing. |
Their would definitely be a benefit. You are correct in that it creates vertices and helps direct airflow.
The cutouts at the bottom increase air speed which reduces pressure creating downforce. They do produce vertices but I'm not sure if it is very beneficial in the area they are creating vertices. That would be a Paul question. I know the basics but Paul is the true aero genius.