INVESTIGATION OF CHARACTERISTICS OF FLOW THROUGH VEHICLES USING AERODYNAMIC OPTIMIZED VORTEX GENERATORS

In the context of rising fuel prices, car manufacturers need to find energy-saving solutions. Reducing fuel consumption helps decrease pollution and save fossil fuels. Air resistance affects the performance of the vehicle, especially when moving at high speeds. This drag increases with speed and causes air turbulence, creating a high-pressure zone behind the car. Although the car has been designed with optimal aerodynamics, it still has limitations in terms of style and functionality. To address this, vortex generator technology is used to reduce drag and prevent airflow separation, improving performance. This study optimizes drag on the Honda Civic Type R model by changing the angle of air contact and using Simcenter Star CCM+ software to simulate aerodynamics.