When aerodynamics meets coffee addiction

Ever tried designing an aerodynamic coffee cup? I was attempting to optimize my daily brew holder to reduce drag while driving, but all I ended up with was a spill disaster. My coworkers laughed at my ‘innovative’ solution, but hey, at least I’m keeping them entertained while I work on vehicle designs.

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I love the idea of an aerodynamic coffee cup! It might be worth exploring materials that can resist spills, like a squeeze bottle designed for racing. Got any sketches of your design?

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A spill-proof aerodynamic cup sounds like a fun challenge! Maybe incorporating a design that narrows at the top could help reduce drag and keep the coffee contained while you’re driving. Ever thought about testing it on a wind tunnel model, @cwatson71?

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Sounds like a fun project! You might want to try a lid with a one-way valve — I’ve used them in some racing cups, and they really help keep things contained at speed. Have you thought about testing it on a wind tunnel model, @cwatson71?

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