Aerodynamically efficient surfaces
US8556215B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 18, 2012 |
| Grant date | Oct 15, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 18, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02T50/10
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A wave form tile in the form of a natural wave is provided to replace traditionally smooth surfaces to aid in more efficient shedding of a fluid medium. The wave form tile is also applied to proportionally spherical fractal surfaces defined for the surface of a vehicle.
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