Wake convergence device for a pick-up truck

Abstract

A wake convergence device for a pick-up truck is provided. The wake convergence device is spaced from the top of a pick-up truck and from the sides of the pick-up truck. The wake convergence device is moveably coupled to an aft end of the cab of the pick-up truck. When the truck is not in motion, the wake convergence device is positioned around the aft end of the pick-up truck. When the truck is in motion, the wake convergence device is moved upward and raised from the cab of the pick-up truck.

Description

CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS[0001]The present application is a continuation application of and claims priority to U.S. patent application Ser. No. 14 / 666,533, filed Mar. 24, 2015, which is a non-provisional of and claimed priority to U.S. Patent Application Ser. No. 61 / 969,519, filed Mar. 24, 2014 and having the title “WAKE CONVERGENCE DEVICE FOR A PICK-UP TRUCK,” each of which is herein incorporated by reference in its entirety.TECHNICAL FIELD OF THE DISCLOSED EMBODIMENTS[0002]The embodiments herein generally relate to aerodynamics for vehicles and, more particularly, to a wake convergence device for a pick-up truck.BACKGROUND OF THE DISCLOSED EMBODIMENTS[0003]Over the years, the cost of rising fuel has become more and more of a concern. However, with the increase of fuel costs to over $100 per barrel of oil, the concern over fuel costs has never been greater. The significant rise in fuel costs coupled with the federal government's strategy of becoming less dependent on ...

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