Canard, tandem wing, and three surface aircraft configurations are popular subjects of analytical and windtunnel studies. This paper describes an approach for exploiting the aerodynamic advantages of a close-coupled wing and canard while minimizing the disadvantages. A mission statement was formulated; a preliminary close-coupled canard configuration was established; windtunnel testing was conducted to verify previous study results and new design characteristics; and finally, the close-coupled canard concept was committed to structural design and fabrication. Proof-of-concept flight-test is scheduled for spring 1988 while research investigations using this subsonic technology demonstration vehicle will extend into 1990. In addition to demonstrating performance and flight handling qualities, unique airframe modularity permits exploration of alternate configurations.


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    Title :

    Exploiting the close-coupled canard


    Additional title:

    Nutzungsmoeglichkeiten des kompakt gebauten kopfgesteuerten Flugzeugs


    Contributors:
    Martin, J.D. (author) / Foster, N.R. (author)

    Published in:

    AIAA-Papers ; Sep ; 1-6


    Publication date :

    1987


    Size :

    6 Seiten, 12 Bilder, 15 Quellen


    Type of media :

    Conference paper


    Type of material :

    Print


    Language :

    English