FoilSim

Characteristics of Lift and Wing Area

Answers


  1.  
    1. The airspeed should be 157 mph.
    2. The angle of attack should be 2.82 degrees.
    3. The wing area should be 92 square feet.
  2.  
    1. The length of the base of the wing should be 18.4 feet.
    2. The height of the wing should be 6 feet.
  3.  
    1. Answers will vary. (Example shown) 
    2. The line should be linear, passing through zero with a slope of approximately 45 degrees.
    3. It will generate approximately 4,800 pounds of lift (4,824 lbs.).




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