Road Vehicle Aerodynamics International Workshop
The Aviation Engineering Department, Faculty of Engineering at Tishk International University, hosted an International Workshop on Road Vehicle Aerodynamics on 9th March 2023. The workshop aimed to promote collaboration, knowledge sharing, and innovation in this critical area of transportation engineering. It also encouraged more investigation and experimentation on aerodynamics, fostering new research collaborations, advancements in aerodynamic design and analysis techniques, and the development of new technologies that improve the efficiency, safety, and sustainability of various forms of transportation.
Road Vehicle Aerodynamics is an important field of study that deals with the flow of air around vehicles, including cars, trucks, trains, and aeroplanes. The main objective of this field is to improve the performance, fuel efficiency, and stability of vehicles by optimizing their aerodynamic design.
The international workshop, with Dr. G.Sivraj as the keynote speaker, brought together experts from various countries and disciplines to discuss recent advancements, challenges, and opportunities in this field. Participants included researchers, engineers and students.
Topics of discussion at the workshop included:
- Aerodynamic design and optimization of vehicles
- Wind tunnel testing and simulation techniques
- Vehicle stability and handling
- Noise reduction and comfort enhancement
- Drag reduction and fuel efficiency improvement
- Safety and environmental considerations
