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Old 05-28-2011, 05:17 PM   #81 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by skyl4rk View Post
Wind tunnel tests are used to determine the wing profile shape that produces the most lift with the least drag, so at least some of wing design is useful as a model for an aerodynamic vehicle. A vertical wing shape as a trailing edge to the RV would be ideal, however it would be far too long.

Have you considered an aerodynamic trailer?
Abbott and Von Doenhoff issue a strong warning against anyone attempting to interpret wing performance data outside the context of 'flight conditions' for which they are designed.
Aspect ratios and ground effect render the data meaningless.Sorry.

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