Devices for controlling the downforce generated by a vehicle
US9561827B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 23, 2013 |
| Grant date | Feb 7, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 23, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60Y2306/05
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A vehicle comprising a flap that is attached to the vehicle in such a way as to permit movement of the flap from a first position to a second position, wherein the flap is configured to alter the downforce generated by the vehicle when the vehicle is in motion by affecting the airflow underneath the vehicle, the effect of the flap on the airflow being dependent upon the second position of the flap.
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