NASA NTRS · 19850000514
Smoothed Two-Dimensional Edges for Laminar Flow
Abstract
New concept allows passive method for installing flaps, slats, iceprotection equipment, and other leading-edge devices on natural-laminar-flow (NLF) wings without causing loss of laminar flow. Two-dimensional roughness elements in laminar boundary layers strategically shaped to increase critical (allowable) height of roughness. Facilitates installation of leading-edge devices by practical manufacturing methods.
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Holmes, B. J., Liu, C. H., Martin, G. L., Domack, C. S., Obara, C. J., Hassan, A., Gunzburger, M. D., Nicolaides, R. A.. 1986-03-01. Smoothed Two-Dimensional Edges for Laminar Flow. https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/19850000514
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