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February 2, 2021, 23:43	Reference aera??	#1
Nik Jo New Member Junik Jo Join Date: Feb 2021 Posts: 1 Rep Power: 0	I'm analyzing automotive aerodynamics. I have a question. (http://www.cham.co.uk/phoenics/d_pol...6/main-men.htm) What is a reference area in X, Y, Z?? (Main menu-output-output of forces and moments on blockage objects -setting) *my vehicle size L : 4.92m W : 1.59m H : 1.74m Please let me know. Thank you in advance.

February 15, 2021, 07:58		#2
phoenics_cfd Member michael malin Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: london Posts: 33 Rep Power: 18	For the calculation of the drag coefficient, the reference area will be the projected frontal area of the vehicle.

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