Aerodynamic lift in fluid dynamics
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A small plane, having a mass of 3000 kg, is flying in air of density 1.0 kg/m^3. Air moves over the top and bottom surfaces of the wings at 160 m/s and 130 m/s, respectively. What is the net minimum wing area needed?
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The area of the wings calculated to lift the airplane at given wind speeds. The net minimum wing area required is determined.
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A small plane, having a mass of 3000 kg, is flying in air of density 1.0 kg/m^3. Air moves over the top and bottom surfaces of the wings at 160 m/s and 130 m/s, respectively. What is the net minimum wing area needed?
The weight of the plane is to be balanced by the force exerted due to difference in air pressure on the top and bottom of the wings. This pressure ...
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