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Written by Tom Harrison
This odd but quite excellent-looking Atom is the result of an ongoing collaboration between Ariel, aerodynamics specialists TotalSim and Delta Motorsport. AERO-P is its name an acronym for Aerodynamic Efficiency Requirements & Optimization Project (catchy) and its aim is thus: to minimise aerodynamic drag, ergo reducing CO2 emissions and improving stability. A nod to the Chaparall 2J and Brabham BT46B, the Atom has a big skirt around the bottom of the tub, from which air is sucked by a couple of high-speed fans here powered by their own battery pack. This creates a vacuum underneath the car, effectively sucking it down onto the road. Ariel says the speed with which the system can be activated means it can be turned on and off on-demand. So, you can have super high downforce for cornering, braking and accelerating, then switch off on the straights to save energy.
Date written: 13 Sep 2016
More of this article on the Top gear website
ID: 4988
This odd but quite excellent-looking Atom is the result of an ongoing collaboration between Ariel, aerodynamics specialists TotalSim and Delta Motorsport. AERO-P is its name an acronym for Aerodynamic Efficiency Requirements & Optimization Project (catchy) and its aim is thus: to minimise aerodynamic drag, ergo reducing CO2 emissions and improving stability. A nod to the Chaparall 2J and Brabham BT46B, the Atom has a big skirt around the bottom of the tub, from which air is sucked by a couple of high-speed fans here powered by their own battery pack. This creates a vacuum underneath the car, effectively sucking it down onto the road. Ariel says the speed with which the system can be activated means it can be turned on and off on-demand. So, you can have super high downforce for cornering, braking and accelerating, then switch off on the straights to save energy.
Date written: 13 Sep 2016
More of this article on the Top gear website
ID: 4988
