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Reference Number	FBP1004
Title	Smoothing the flow at TNT Express and Somerfield using truck aerodynamic styling
Status	Completed
Energy Categories	Energy Efficiency(Transport) 100%;
Research Types	Applied Research and Development 100%
Science and Technology Fields	SOCIAL SCIENCES (Business and Management Studies) 10%; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY (Mechanical, Aeronautical and Manufacturing Engineering) 90%;
UKERC Cross Cutting Characterisation	Not Cross-cutting 100%
Principal Investigator	Project Contact No email address given Faber Maunsel
Award Type	Standard
Funding Source	DfT
Start Date	01 January 2006
End Date	01 June 2006
Duration	5 months
Total Grant Value	£7,510
Industrial Sectors	Transport
Region	London
Programme	DfT Freight logistics
Investigators	Principal Investigator	Project Contact , Faber Maunsel (100.000%)
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Objectives	To demonstrate using case study examples the benefits the freight indsutry can make by using aerodynamics on tractor units and semi-trailers.
Abstract	This Case Study, featuring TNT and Somerfield shows how the use of aerodynamic features have achieved fuel savings for both fleets by using double-deck trunking operations, redesigned roof trailers and by undertaking a study of both aerodynamic vehicles and non-aerodynamic vehicles.
Publications	Department for Transport (2006). Smoothing the Flow at TNT Express and Somerfield using Truck Aerodynamic Styling. Freight Best Practice, DfT, DTI. (PDF 3390 KB)
Final Report	(none)
Added to Database	07/02/08