Wind-Tunnel Investigation of Trimming Tabs on a Thickened and Beveled Aileron on a Tapered Low-Drag Wing

Abstract

Effects of gaps at aileron and tab noses were determined for three inset tabs, and effects of alignment of top cover plate on the aileron characteristics were determined with tab sealed in neutral position. Results indicated that inset tab with chord 50% of aileron chord provided most satisfactory trimming characteristics on beveled aileron. Attached tab, a satisfactory trimming device, increased control-operating force. Tab arrangements tested showed no appreciable change in aileron effectiveness.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Mar 01, 1943
Accession Number
ADA800579

Entities

People

  • F. M. Rogallo
  • Stewart M. Crandall

Organizations

  • Langley Research Center

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Communities of Interest

  • Air Platforms

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Aerodynamics
  • Aeronautical Laboratories
  • Aeronautics
  • Aircrafts
  • Buildings And Structures
  • Control Surfaces
  • Deflection
  • Drag
  • Fighter Aircraft
  • Fluid Dynamics
  • Fluid Mechanics
  • Language
  • Low Drag
  • Models
  • Schematic Diagrams
  • Trailing Edges
  • Wind Tunnels

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  • Aerodynamics/Aeronautics.