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Originally Posted by j-c-c
So, it seems one big issue with broadtails are cross wind effects.
Haven't read it discussed here, how would a wind vane style damped limited hinged boat tail improve negative cross wind effects but still reduce drag? I suspect hinge would be at or near mid-point in length,
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I'm wanting to participate, but need help a bit with the nomenclature.
* When you say 'broadtail', are we talking about the overall 'width' of the vehicle at its trailing edges?
* Or the 'area' of the aft cross-section?
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Also, I'm unaware that issues with crosswind stability, or gust stability is being reported.
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And, are we talking about an articulated tail, which would have one-degree of freedom, which would 'wag' if presented with crosswind, shedding yaw-moment?