Characteristics of Thin Triangular Wings With Constant-Chord Full-Span Control Surfaces at Supersonic Speeds
Abstract
A theoretical analysis was made of the characteristics of constant-chord full-span control surfaces on thin triangular wings at supersonic speed by use of methods based on the linearized equation for supersonic flow. Expressions were found for the lift effectiveness, pitching-moment coefficient, hinge-moment coefficient due to control deflection, and hinge-moment coefficient due to angle of attack. These expressions were given as functions of the ratio of flap chord to wing chord and the ratio of the tangent of the wing-semiapex angle to the tangent of the Mach angle.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jul 01, 1948
- Accession Number
- ADA380725
Entities
People
- Warren A. Tucker
Organizations
- National Aeronautics and Space Administration