Trailer 1

Module T1

Title: VECTO Trailer Tool Training

Short description

The workshop covers the application of the VECTO Trailer Tool in the official context according to Regulation (EU) 2022/1362.

Topics covered

• References to information in Technical Annexes of Regulation (EU) 2022/1362
• VECTO Trailer Tool
  • Platform requirements and installation options
  • Software package
  • JobFiles GUI
  • Options GUI
  • Background worker
  • How to create or edit trailer job
  • Result files
    • What is the “Efficiency ratio”?
    • What is the “Reference ratio”?
  • Hashing
  • Plausibility checks
  • Options for automation
• Handling of aerodynamic devices
  • Generation of input XML for a certified aero device
  • Standard aerodynamic devices: Reduction values and allowed configurations
• Q&A

Net duration of the training (approximate, without breaks)

3.5 hours

Recommended preparation or prior knowledge

It is recommended to read Regulation (EU) 2022/1362, especially the Articles and Annex III once before attending the training session. Related questions can be handled in the Q&A session.

Further notes

CFD specific topics for the certification of aerodynamic devices cannot be covered by FVT. If questions remain open in this respect, contact can be made with partner institutions with the relevant expertise.