In a message dated 1/25/2005 2:43:04 PM Pacific Standard Time,
joyseydevil@comcast.net writes:
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> The front half of a streamlined shape has a minor effect on its
> drag.
> A shape that had a Cd of .25 and 4" ground clearance would have a .26
> Cd if it was 2 1/2" off the ground and .35 Cd if it only had 3/8" clearance
> .
> If the nose of a car is on or below center the drag will be the same
> and the low nose has down force - If the nose is above center it will cause
> lift and have more drag .
>
interesting jack
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