Method for Predicting the Jet-Induced Aerodynamics for V/STOL Configurations in Transition.

Abstract

A method for predicting the propulsive induced aerodynamics of a VSTOL aircraft in the transition flight regime is presented. This method is applicable to low-wing, circular jet subsonic VSTOL configurations with normally exhausting jets. Validation results for various VSTOL configurations are also presented. (Author)

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jan 30, 1981
Accession Number
ADA097356

Entities

People

  • Marvin M. Walters
  • Robert E. Palmer

Organizations

  • Naval Air Warfare Center Warminster

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Air Platforms

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Aerodynamic Characteristics
  • Aircraft Equipment
  • Aircrafts
  • Computational Fluid Dynamics
  • Computer Programs
  • Computers
  • Delta Wings
  • Diameters
  • Dynamic Pressure
  • Equations
  • Experimental Data
  • Flight
  • Flow
  • Free Stream
  • Pressure Distribution
  • Short Takeoff Aircraft
  • Transition Flight

Fields of Study

  • Physics

Readers

  • Aerodynamics/Aeronautics.