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Wing Planform Types
When designing a model, the selection of wing planform that best fits the model’s intended flight envelope is critically important. Rudimentary distinctions among planforms guide the analysis. The elliptical wing is the “ideal” wing planform. A modified version of the elliptical wing was used in the world famous Supermarine Spitfire of WW2 fame. The elliptical wing has the lowest induced Angle of Attack (AoA) and induced drag and stalls evenly across its span. Rectangular wings...
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