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Lift enhancement by an externally trapped vortex

A theoretical study is made of the performance capabilities of a lift concept that utilizes a spanwise vortex over the upper surface of the wing. The vortex is generated by a vertical flap near the leading edge of the wing and maintained by suction through orifices in endplates at the wingtip. The analysis approximates the three-dimensional flow field with a two-dimensional configuration that is mapped by conformal transformation into the flow about a circle. Theoretical solutions for a range of flap and orifice configurations predict that section lift coefficients up to around 10 can be achieved. It is concluded that such a lift concept is applicable to STOL aircraft if the vortex can be adequately stabilized and if the endplate suction can be generated efficiently.

V. Rossow

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