Assessment and reduction of wind buffeting in an open cabriolet
by R.H. Barnard, P. Monaghan
International Journal of Vehicle Design (IJVD), Vol. 13, No. 5/6, 1992

Abstract: This paper describes an investigation into interior comfort levels related to draughtiness and wind buffet in the open cabriolet Aston Martin Virage Volante. The study involved initial wind-tunnel model tests, subsequently followed by track tests using a development prototype. Experimentation included internal air velocity and noise measurements and flow visualisation. Good correlation was found between wind-tunnel and full scale measurements, and between measured gustiness and subjective comfort. As a result of the work, some general design conclusions are drawn concerning the control of interior comfort in open cars, and integration of draught-reducing measures into their design.

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