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Streamlining Promises Faster Cars and Trains Across Realms
A 1931 article surveys streamlining for autos, trains, and ships, noting rear engines, low cabs, and reduced cross sections cut wind resistance. It cites Dryden, Maurain, and Tietjens, detailing potential mileage gains and fuel savings, with examples from Germany, England, France, and the United States.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. Dryden
Dr. Dryden
California
Germany
England
M. Charles Maurain
Aeronautics Institute of Saint Cyr
France
United States
Westinghouse Research Laboratories
Copyright
O. G. Tietjens
Dr. Tietjens
Nd Science Service
U.S. A
ACE
J S. Ames
National Advisory Committee For Aeronautics
Royal Air Force
Bremen
Atlantic
Crete
Airurthermore
America