Recent content by Atif

they are optional. you can essentially leave them empty. Important data I need is those questions. I hope it's not too annoying. Thanks

Hahaha. You are right I never towed a real caravan. I did tow a small 750KG trailer. The first stage was to see if there is an area of improvement for fuel saving which is evidently yes. I have run many simulations and different configurations. Practical testing is the next phase of research...

I am really sorry you get annoyed by the website. That is just made as a part of survey. There is not real device at this stage. But this survey and website page was made to collect people interest. I have noticed this point of accessing jockey wheel and toolbox. I will definitely consider this...

Hi Lutz, Fixture will be attached on caravan sides and this device will attach to that fixture.In the next phase I will be doing testing on the actual caravan. I will keep these things in my mind. Thanks

That page was just for further information and animation will be added soon. That will show the product in detail and will explain some of your questions too. Please fill the questionnaire, that will be a big favour. Thanks

Thanks for your positive comment. Please fill the questionnaire that will be a big favour. Thanks

Hi Buckman, you are right about different front shapes. and I do have this into consideration. The mould and pattern can be developed to cover different frontal shapes. Because this is still in the research phase where I am simulating in the software for different configurations to find optimum...

Hello, I am Atif, a PhD student at the University of Huddersfield. I am researching in the field of the aerodynamics of horse trailers and caravans. I have recently researched a device that shows a significant reduction in the drag force and fuel consumption. (Please see attached pictures)...

That is a very valid question. The idea is to develop either with a flexible material that can roll like a window blind or with plastic or fibreglass. In case of rigid construction, the device will be fixed on the caravan and other end will be sliding on a fixture placed on the car roof. This...

Thanks Pr.Jl. I was not expecting such a detailed and critically reviewed comments. I am happy to see your interest. In respond to your concerns, this idea is still in development phase and this is the main reason why I thought it would be a good idea to have other people's opinion. This has...

I understand your concerns and completely agree with you. Recently we have researched and developed a variable deflector that adjusts the height with changing velocity and shape of the tractor-trailer. we are looking to design something similar for caravans too. The challenge is to develop a...

Thanks John, I completely agree with you. Having a deflector on the car is not new. But we are researching mainly 3 things in this research. First is closing the gap between car and caravan partially and completely. This will resolve the turbulent region behind the car which will significantly...

The money you are saving for caravaning should not burn with fuel but it should be well spent on yourself. Even though you have the most aerodynamic towing car does not mean it will give you the best fuel efficiency while towing a caravan. The aerodynamic of vehicles-trailer combination is...