• Next-gen trailer aerodynamics project gets $500,000

    New York State has made available nearly $500,000 to ATDynamics to continue development of next-generation trailer aerodynamics, the company has announced
    Aug. 26, 2009

    New York State has made available nearly $500,000 to ATDynamics to continue development of next-generation trailer aerodynamics, the company has announced.

    The money, awarded by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority, will be match by approximately 50% cost share from ATDynamics over the next two years. The company said the money will help it accelerate commercial development of its active flow control (AFC) technology which reduces aerodynamic drag by modifying air flow at the rear of the trailer.

    “To carry on our role as a pioneer in trailer aerodynamics, we're providing the long-haul trucking industry with a technology that is well established in aerospace engineering,” said Andrew Smith, CEO. “With support from New York State, we can turn active flow control into a trucker-tough product that is cost-effective for our fleet customers and OEM partners.”

    The AFC is designed to minimize low-pressure suction drag and is suited for trailers with roll-doors that are not compatible with the company’s swing-door TrailerTail technology, the company said.

    Voice your opinion!

    To join the conversation, and become an exclusive member of FleetOwner, create an account today!

    Sign up for our free eNewsletters

    Latest from Equipment

    Jeremy Wolfe | FleetOwner
    natural gas combustion engine
    With several alternative powertrains in heavy-duty trucking today, how are major engine manufacturers adjusting? Derek Kiesler, Cummins' director for North America on-highway ...
    Sysco
    primary
    Here are the 10 private fleet operations with the most trailers, according to the 2025 FleetOwner 500: Private list.
    Rivian
    Turn signals that do not function properly, failing to indicate the driver's intention to change direction, increase the risk of a crash.
    NHTSA’s latest safety notices feature inadequate fuse protection and more.