[Stay on top of transportation news: Get TTNews in your inbox.] When trailer aerodynamics produce better fuel efficiency, the reward for truck fleets can be substantial, and success is measured by ...

In nature, the most aerodynamic shape is that of a drop of water, which has a coefficient of drag (Cd) of 0.05. Unfortunately, this is not a practical shape for a vehicle. An object's Cd, or how much ...

A series of experiments using paper airplanes reveals new aerodynamic effects, a team of scientists has discovered. Its findings enhance our understanding of flight stability and could inspire new ...

The “science word of the day” is aerodynamics, and the Science Siblings used paper airplanes to explain it. Paige and Adam Jacobson recruited their friend Lincoln to demonstrate. First, they explained ...

The case for streamlined cars isn't new - for decades, mankind has searched for higher top speeds, especially in racing. And because aerodynamics is by far the most dominant force to overcome at high ...

High-speed train aerodynamics is a critical field that underpins both the safety and performance of modern rail transportation. As trains operate at increasing speeds, they encounter complex airflow ...

Among the sciences and practices involved in building an automobile, aerodynamics is one of the most important. Creating a car that can efficiently cut through or manipulate the air around it is a ...

For the 2022 season, Formula 1 race cars have aerodynamically smooth wheels, with flat covers attached across the previously open face. Their goal is to reduce the aerodynamic turbulence created by ...