Analysis of a CFD Approach for the Study of the Aerodynamics of a Scooter

Abstract

Authors: Giovanni Lombardi, Marco Maganzi, Sandra Baldini, Walter Rosellini

Keywords: CFD, scooter, aerodynamics, wind tunnel, vehicle design, deflectors

The flow around a scooter is analysed by means of the CFD. In a first phase the results are compared with those obtained through a wind tunnel test campaign, showing a good data accordance. Therefore, the CFD approach can be considered a useful engineering tool in the scooter design, and, with respect to the experimental approach, it has the advantage of providing a complete description of the flow field. Finally, as an example, the procedure is applied to the analysis of the effects of deflectors, introduced to increase the comfort.