The leading-edge vortex of yacht sails
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DOI: 10.1016/j.oceaneng.2018.02.029
Abstract: Abstract It has been suggested that a stable Leading Edge Vortex (LEV) can be formed from the sharp leading edge of asymmetric spinnakers, which are high-lift sails used by yachts to sail downwind. If the… read more here.
Keywords: leading edge; edge; sail; edge vortex ... See more keywords
Scaling trends of bird’s alular feathers in connection to leading-edge vortex flow over hand-wing
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DOI: 10.1038/s41598-020-63181-7
Abstract: An aerodynamic structure ubiquitous in Aves is the alula; a small collection of feathers muscularized near the wrist joint. New research into the aerodynamics of this structure suggests that its primary function is to induce… read more here.
Keywords: hand wing; edge vortex; scaling trends; leading edge ... See more keywords
The leading-edge vortex of swift wing-shaped delta wings
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DOI: 10.1098/rsos.170077
Abstract: Recent investigations on the aerodynamics of natural fliers have illuminated the significance of the leading-edge vortex (LEV) for lift generation in a variety of flight conditions. A well-documented example of an LEV is that generated… read more here.
Keywords: swift wing; leading edge; edge; edge vortex ... See more keywords
Effects of the Propeller Advance Ratio on Delta Wing UAV Leading Edge Vortex
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DOI: 10.15282/ijame.16.3.2019.10.0522
Abstract: Delta wing is a triangular-shaped platform that can be applied into the unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) or drone applications. However, the flow above the delta wing is governed by complex leading-edge vortex structures which result… read more here.
Keywords: leading edge; delta wing; propeller; edge vortex ... See more keywords
Leading-Edge Vortex Characteristics of Low-Aspect-Ratio Sweptback Plates at Low Reynolds Number
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DOI: 10.3390/app11062450
Abstract: A sweptback angle can directly regulate a leading-edge vortex on various aerodynamic devices as well as on the wings of biological flyers, but the effect of a sweptback angle has not yet been sufficiently investigated.… read more here.
Keywords: leading edge; edge vortex; sweptback; aspect ratio ... See more keywords