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Wind-tunnel investigation of seven thin NACA airfoil sections to determine optimum double-slotted-flap configurations

Jones F Cahill, Stanley F Racisz

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Report presenting an investigation to determine optimum double-slotted-flap configurations for seven thin NACA airfoil sections. Lift characteristics, pitching moment, and optimum positioning are explored.

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Key concepts: Airfoil, NACA airfoil, Wind tunnel, Angle of attack, Structural engineering, Supersonic wind tunnel, Materials science, Aerodynamics

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