Vehicle fairing structure
US7604284B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 9, 2007 |
| Grant date | Oct 20, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 9, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62D35/001
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A vehicle fairing structure has a top fairing surface adapted to be attached to a trailer box, and first and second side fairing surfaces adapted to be attached to the sides of the trailer box, in the gap between a tractor cab and a trailer box in a tractor-trailer combination. The fairing structure directs air flow away from the gap, and is positioned in the gap to lessen aerodynamic drag, thereby reducing fuel consumption.
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