Racing Technology Optimisation—Tail Wing Design and Aerodynamics

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10.2991/978-94-6463-864-6_68How to use a DOI?

Keywords

Racing Aerodynamics; Rear Wing Design; Downforce Optimisation; Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD); Adjustable Tail Systems

Abstract

With the vigorous development of motorsport, the rear wing, as a key component to enhance the aerodynamic performance of racing cars, plays a decisive role in the competitive performance of vehicles. This paper systematically studies the core elements of the design and selection of the rear wing of racing cars, deeply analyses the working principle of the rear wing, and explores the influence of the downforce and drag generated in aerodynamics on the handling stability, cornering speed and straight-line driving performance of racing cars. Through theoretical analysis and numerical simulation, the mechanism of action of different geometric parameters of the rear wing (such as air foil, installation angle) on aerodynamic characteristics is studied. Combining with the characteristics of the track, the type of racing car and the competition rules, a comprehensive evaluation system for the design and selection of the rear wing is established. The research results show that a reasonable rear wing design can significantly optimise the aerodynamic performance of racing cars, and the parameters of the rear wing need to be dynamically adjusted according to specific competition scenarios. The achievements of this paper provide a theoretical basis and practical guidance for the design and selection of the rear wing of racing cars and are of great significance for improving the overall performance of racing cars and enhancing the competitiveness of competitions.

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TY  - CONF
AU  - Xinyan Jiang
PY  - 2025
DA  - 2025/10/23
TI  - Racing Technology Optimisation—Tail Wing Design and Aerodynamics
BT  - Proceedings of the 2025 2nd International Conference on Electrical Engineering and Intelligent Control (EEIC 2025)
PB  - Atlantis Press
SP  - 795
EP  - 804
SN  - 2352-5401
UR  - https://doi.org/10.2991/978-94-6463-864-6_68
DO  - 10.2991/978-94-6463-864-6_68
ID  - Jiang2025
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