17837413. AIR GUIDE DUCT WITH SPLITTER AND UNDERBODY TRAY simplified abstract (Honda Motor Co., Ltd.)
AIR GUIDE DUCT WITH SPLITTER AND UNDERBODY TRAY
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Pirooz Moradnia of Dublin OH (US)
AIR GUIDE DUCT WITH SPLITTER AND UNDERBODY TRAY - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17837413 titled 'AIR GUIDE DUCT WITH SPLITTER AND UNDERBODY TRAY
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes an air guiding system for a vehicle that includes an air guide duct with air inlets, air outlets, and a flow splitter. The flow splitter directs a portion of incoming air to the air outlets and another portion through itself. The first air outlet discharges air into one front wheel well, while the second air outlet discharges air into the other front wheel well. Additionally, there is an underbody tray with openings that allows airflow and is positioned below the air guide duct.
- The air guiding system directs airflow to the front wheel wells of a vehicle.
- The flow splitter divides incoming air into two portions, one for the air outlets and another through itself.
- The first air outlet discharges air into one front wheel well, while the second air outlet discharges air into the other front wheel well.
- The underbody tray has openings to allow airflow and is positioned below the air guide duct.
Potential Applications
This technology can be applied in various vehicles, including cars, trucks, and SUVs, to improve aerodynamics and cooling efficiency.
Problems Solved
1. Improved aerodynamics: The air guiding system helps direct airflow to the front wheel wells, reducing drag and improving vehicle efficiency. 2. Enhanced cooling: By directing air to the wheel wells, the system helps cool the brakes and other components, preventing overheating.
Benefits
1. Increased fuel efficiency: The improved aerodynamics result in reduced drag, leading to better fuel economy. 2. Enhanced braking performance: The directed airflow helps cool the brakes, improving their performance and reducing the risk of overheating. 3. Improved overall vehicle efficiency: By optimizing airflow and cooling, the system contributes to the overall efficiency and performance of the vehicle.
Original Abstract Submitted
An air guiding system for a vehicle including an air guide duct having at least one air inlet, the air guide duct further having a first air outlet, a second air outlet, and an internal flow splitter. The flow splitter is disposed within the air guide duct such that a first portion of incoming air flows to the first and second air outlets, and a second portion of incoming air flows through the flow splitter. The first air outlet is configured to discharge air into one of the pair of opposing front wheel wells and the second air outlet is configured to discharge air into another of the pair of opposing front wheel wells. A further aspect of the disclosure provides an underbody tray including a plurality of openings configured to allow airflow through the underbody tray, the underbody tray being disposed below the air guide duct.
