The development of laminar airfoils in order to save fuel by reducing drag is discussed. Laminarization through shaping is considered. Laminar and turbulent boundary layer theory and subjective assessment indicate that laminar airfoils for high Reynolds numbers are feasible, with a 22% fuel saving. The reduced cruising speeds, required, however, decrease passenger comfort, making them more suitable for freight carrying.


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    Titel :

    Laminar Airfoils for Transport Aircraft


    Beteiligte:
    A. Quast (Autor:in)

    Erscheinungsdatum :

    1981


    Format / Umfang :

    33 pages


    Medientyp :

    Report


    Format :

    Keine Angabe


    Sprache :

    Englisch





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