Measuring Impact of an Aileron on Aerodynamic Behaviour in a Wind Tunnel Article Swipe

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Theo Andre , David Communier , Manuel Flores , Ruxandra Mihaela Botez , Oscar Carranza Moyao , Tony Wong , Guy Gauthier ·

YOU? · · 2017 · Open Access · · OA: W2969964318

Ailerons are one factor that impacts a wing’s aerodynamic behaviour, fuel consumption and carbon dioxide emissions. In order to evaluate their impact on the aerodynamic behaviour of a wing, wind tunnel tests were carried out at different speeds (15 and 20 m/s) and at various angles of incidence (-20° to +20°). These results will be used to construct an experimental model that will extend to the study of a morphing wing concept and to eventually extrapolate results for higher speeds.