Effects of Radiator Angle and Sidepod Profile on Aerodynamic Performance of a Race Car

In Formula Society of Automotive Engineers (FSAE) cars engine heat management serves as an important factor for the performance vehicle. Therefore, a proper design sidepod is crucial optimal cooling since sidepods are designed to direct airflow through radiator. Also, play role in aerodynamic vehicle, factors such drag and lift must also be considered along with engine. This paper brings forth methodology carried out effectively. First radiator angle determined on which maximum mass flow rate air core observed. Angles varied from 50, 70 90 degrees various orientations respect car. Fixing this angle, inlet outlet areas analyzed. Choosing model least coefficient analyzed by sealing it at sides. Finally, effects gills better optimization sidepod. The models Solidworks CFD simulations Simscale. Half car simulation performed symmetry conditions order reduce cell count. results analysis showed that angled forward diverging type yields