Publication Date:
2019-06-28
Description:
A tab deployable from the trailing edge of a main airfoil element forces flow onto a following airfoil element, such as a flap, to keep the flow attached and thus enhance lift. For aircraft wings with high lift systems that include leading edge slats, the slats may also be provided with tabs to turn the flow onto the following main element.
Keywords:
AIRCRAFT DESIGN, TESTING AND PERFORMANCE
Format:
application/pdf
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