I agree with you guys about the dimpling location, looks to be an artistic expression more than an engineering solution.
Re-post from another thread regarding attachment.
NASA - Learning to Fly on Mars
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Image above: In wind-tunnel testing, the inflated wing's "bumpy" profile improves aerodynamic performance by reducing flow separation in low-density, high-speed flight conditions expected for Mars flight. Credit: University of Kentucky
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And an example of location specific dimples.
http://forums.pelicanparts.com/off-t...ml#post7660402
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Originally Posted by widebody911
The Corbin Sparrow had golf ball dimples in the late 80's
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This has got to be a low CdA yet high-ish Cd example below.
http://forums.pelicanparts.com/off-t...ures-1176.html
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