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The design of a human-powered vehicleHuman power applied through a bicycle is perhaps the most efficient means of transport available today. Aerodynamic drag, however, limits the speed possible from the man/bicycle combination. An aerodynamically efficient body enclosing the system can reduce the drag and permit increased speeds. A study was conducted to determine an efficient body design for a high-speed bicycle. Wind tunnel and potential flow studies were conducted to evaluate the drag and lift characteristics of proposed shell designs. A proposed bicycle/shell design is presented.
Document ID
19830035598
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Wiederholt, J. V. (General Dynamics Corp. Convair Div., San Diego, CA, United States)
Pahle, J. W. (NASA Flight Research Center Edwards, CA, United States)
Date Acquired
August 11, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1983
Subject Category
Engineering (General)
Report/Patent Number
AIAA PAPER 83-0649
Meeting Information
Meeting: American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics, Aerospace Sciences Meeting
Location: Reno, NV
Start Date: January 10, 1983
End Date: January 13, 1983
Accession Number
83A16816
Distribution Limits
Public
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