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Exploratory subsonic investigation of vortex-flap concept on arrow wing configuration

The drag reduction potential of a vortex flap concept, utilizing the thrust contribution of separation vortices maintained over leading edge flap surfaces, was explored in subsonic wind tunnel tests on a highly swept arrow wing configuration. Several flap geometries were tested in comparison with a previous study on the same model with leading edges drooped for attached flow. The most promising vortex flap arrangements produced drag reductions comparable with leading edge droop over a range of lift coefficients from 0.3 to 0.6 (untrimmed), and also indicated beneficial effects in the longitudinal and lateral static stability characteristics.

Rao, D. M.↗

Forward velocity effects on under-the-wing externally blown flap noise

Noise tests were conducted with small-scale models of externally blown-flap powered-lift systems that were subjected to simulated takeoff and landing free-stream velocities by placing the nozzle-wing models in a free jet. The nozzle configurations consisted of a conical and an 8-tube mixer nozzle. The results show that the free-stream velocity attenuates the noise from the various configurations, with the amount of attenuation depending on the flap setting. More attenuation was obtained with a flap setting of 20 degrees than with a flap setting of 60 degrees. The dynamic effect on the total attenuation caused by aircraft motion is also discussed.

Goodykoontz, J.↗

Forward velocity effects on under-the-wing externally blown flap noise

Noise tests were conducted with small-scale models of externally blown-flap powered-lift systems that were subjected to simulated takeoff and landing free-stream velocities by placing the nozzle-wing models in a free jet. The nozzle configurations consisted of a conical and an 8-tube mixer nozzle. The results showed that the free-stream velocity attenuated the noise from the various configurations with the amount of attenuation depending on the flap setting. More attenuation was obtained with a flap setting of 20 deg than with a flap setting of 60 deg. The dynamic effect on the total attenuation caused by aircraft motion is also discussed.

Goodykoontz, J.↗

Leading-edge 'Vortex Flaps' for enhanced subsonic aerodynamics of slender wings

The 'Vortex Flap' is a novel concept aimed at reducing the lift-dependent drag due to leading-edge flow separation on highly swept, slender wings at high angles of attack. The suction effect of coiled vortices generated via controlled separation over leading-edge flap surfaces is utilized to produce an aerodynamic thrust component. This principle was verified through wind-tunnel experiments on 74-deg and 60-deg delta wings and a supersonic-cruise slender wing aircraft configuration. Adaptation of the vortex-flap for augmentation of roll-control on the 74-deg delta at high angles of attack also was demonstrated. Selected results are presented in this paper to indicate the potential of the vortex flap concept to enhance the low-speed performance, stability and control of slender wing aircraft.

Rao, D. M.↗

The Effects of a Highly Cambered Low-Drag Wing and of Auxiliary Flaps on the High-Speed Aerodynamic Characteristics of a Twin-Engine Pursuit Airplane Model

Results are presented for tests of two wings, an NACA 230-series wing and a highly-cambered NACA 66-series wing on a twin-engine pursuit airplane. Auxiliary control flaps were tested in combinations with each wing. Data showing comparison of high-speed aerodynamic characteristics of the model when equipped with each wing, the effect of the auxiliary control flaps on aerodynamic characteristics, and elevator effectiveness for the model with the 66-series wing are presented. High-speed aerodynamic characteristics of the model were improved with the 66-series wing.

AIRFOILS - NACA 66,2-416-66,2-616 - CHAR & MOMENTS↗

Wing surface-jet interaction characteristics of an upper-surface blown model with rectangular exhaust nozzles and a radius flap

The wing surface jet interaction characteristics of an upper surface blown transport configuration were investigated in the Langley V/STOL tunnel. Velocity profiles at the inboard engine center line were measured for several chordwise locations, and chordwise pressure distributions on the flap were obtained. The model represented a four engine arrangement having relatively high aspect ratio rectangular spread, exhaust nozzles and a simple trailing edge radius flap.

Bloom, A. M.↗