09 3D Flow

Question 1

What are the factors which effect Wing Tip Vortices and what reduces them?

Answer 1

• Pressure differential between the upper and lower surfaces of the wing
• Amount of time the driving force has to act on the air mass

To reduce Wing Tip Vortices:

• Higher speed
• Increase Aspect Ratio
• Reduce the amount of lift being produced
• Deploy Flaps