For the past 3 years, a research program pertaining to the study of wing leading edge vortices at supersonic speeds has been conducted in the Fundamental Aerodynamics Branch of the High-Speed Aerodynamics Division at the Langley Research Center. The purpose of the research is to provide an understanding of the factors governing the formation and the control of wing leading-edge vortices and to evaluate the use of these vortices for improving supersonic aerodynamic performance. The studies include both experimental and theoretical investigations and focus primarily on planform, thickness and camber effects for delta wings. An overview of this research activity is presented.


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    Title :

    An overview of the fundamental aerodynamics branch's research activities in wing leading-edge vortex flows at supersonic speeds


    Contributors:
    Miller, D. S. (author) / Wood, R. M. (author) / Covell, P. F. (author)


    Publication date :

    1986-07-01


    Type of media :

    Conference paper


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English


    Keywords :