NASA NTRS · 19910028067
Applied aspects of laminar-flow technology
Abstract
An account is given of the development status and performance levels achieved with natural laminar flow (NLF), extended wing chord laminar flow control (LFC), and hybrid laminar flow control (HLFC) concepts combining NLF and partial-chord LFC in the leading-edge region. Attention is given to NLF wing structure construction methods capable of achieving the requisite surface-irregularity tolerances, LFC through wing surface suction slots or perforated skins, and the deleterious effects of insects, ice crystals, and noise disturbance inputs on the ability of NLF, LFC, and HLFC wings to maintain effective laminar flow operation.
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Braslow, A. L., Maddalon, D. V., Bartlett, D. W., Wagner, R. D., Collier, F. S., Jr.. 1990-01-01. Applied aspects of laminar-flow technology. https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/19910028067
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