Lawrence Livermore National Lab, Navistar work to increase semi-truck fuel efficiency
In a few years, semi-trucks on U.S. highways could save the nation more than $10 billion annually in diesel fuel costs.
Energy & Green Tech
Feb 16, 2010
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News tagged with aerodynamic drag
New helmet design to give a pro cycling edge
University of Adelaide Sports Engineers have designed a new bike helmet for top professional cyclists, with significantly reduced drag. The helmet has been designed in collaboration with Scott Sports, a Switzerland-based ...
Engineering
Apr 24, 2013
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Scientists solve speed surprise in stratospheric stunt
Scientists say they've figured out why an Austrian who became the first skydiver to break the speed of sound fell faster than the drag of his body should have allowed.
General Physics
Dec 14, 2017
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Reversal of blood droplet flight predicted, captured in experiments
Forensic science includes the analysis of blood backspatter involved in gunshot wounds, but scientific questions about the detailed role of fluids in these situations remained unresolved.
Soft Matter
Apr 20, 2021
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Trading energy for safety, bees extend legs to stay stable in wind
New research shows some bees brace themselves against wind and turbulence by extending their sturdy hind legs while flying. But this approach comes at a steep cost, increasing aerodynamic drag and the power required for flight ...
Plants & Animals
Jun 2, 2009
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