Aerodynamic Panel – Box Van Trailer
Year: 2014
Project
Aerodynamic panels are widespread in vehicles. Aerodynamic panels are widespread in vehicles. Usually their use depends on the area with the problem, as well as what exactly is sought as a result of solving the problem. Their main task is to optimize air resistance and the resulting problems. This type of panel is placed on trailers with a closed load compartment, which are attached to different types of vehicles – car, van, jeep, pickup or minibus. A project whose main problem was the lack of any aerodynamics in the trailer, and the result – increased fuel consumption and driving discomfort.
Final Variant of Panel for a Box Van Trailer – Final Product – Composite Product
Process of Making a Final Product – Mold and Product – Composite Materials
Mold Made for Final Product – Composite Materials
Making a Main Model for a Panel Mold – Foamed PVC and Fiber Putty
Development
For the development of the products, production technology was used for the production of a main model, a fibreglass mold and the production of two panels. The main body of the trailers is not covered with hard pages – two sides and one for the ceiling – but with a tarpaulin cover. Covering the entire load compartment with hard pages will give even better fuel consumption results. An individual solution for the particular type of trailer can be found in view of the dimensions of this panel. Panel dimensions – height 1,7 m, width 1,39 m and bulge of the volume – 45 cm. It is mounted on a metal frame. The two panels are tested in real conditions. The savings achieved in fuel consumption (diesel) are from 1 L to 1,5 L per 100 km. In intensive journeys and accumulation of large kilometers, a good return can be expected.
“Aerodynamic Panel – Box Van Trailer” is part of the products of Vehimotus – a sub-brand of Solo Form.
The project is part of the direction for investing in brand and products – https://solo-form.com/en/investing/brand-and-products-vehimotus/
