Projects
Project 1.2.7 Airfoil Construction
Description:
In this project you will construct a physical airfoil model for wind tunnel testing. Through the use of computer simulation and Autodesk you will be able to design your airfoil. Computer simulation is an excellent tool for predicting performance; however, it is not perfect. Engineers and technologists test physical models to verify a simulation prediction.
Conclusion Questions:
1. Construction imperfections can impact the drag and lift of the airfoil. The uneven cutting of the foil could put the whole foil off balance. Roughage adds drag.
2. Technology could cut the airfoil independently. Adding more aluminum to keep the foil even.
Description:
In this project you will construct a physical airfoil model for wind tunnel testing. Through the use of computer simulation and Autodesk you will be able to design your airfoil. Computer simulation is an excellent tool for predicting performance; however, it is not perfect. Engineers and technologists test physical models to verify a simulation prediction.
Conclusion Questions:
1. Construction imperfections can impact the drag and lift of the airfoil. The uneven cutting of the foil could put the whole foil off balance. Roughage adds drag.
2. Technology could cut the airfoil independently. Adding more aluminum to keep the foil even.
Project 1.2.12/ 1.2.13 Glider Design
Description:
In this project we were to design a glider that has a goal to be optimized for long distance and straight-line flight through a hallway. Use the skills, knowledge, and understanding you have about flight to complete this project. See how far you can design your glider to go!
Conclusion Questions:
1.No, my glider was not as stable as I expected it to be. My directional stability was good, but my pitch stability was horrible. My nose mass and back mass kept effecting my pitch.
2.I added clay on to both wings to stabilize my directions. I also sanded the wings to get more lift.
3.It took me about 20 to 30 test to get my glider to the right flight pattern. This was expected because I am only human.
Description:
In this project we were to design a glider that has a goal to be optimized for long distance and straight-line flight through a hallway. Use the skills, knowledge, and understanding you have about flight to complete this project. See how far you can design your glider to go!
Conclusion Questions:
1.No, my glider was not as stable as I expected it to be. My directional stability was good, but my pitch stability was horrible. My nose mass and back mass kept effecting my pitch.
2.I added clay on to both wings to stabilize my directions. I also sanded the wings to get more lift.
3.It took me about 20 to 30 test to get my glider to the right flight pattern. This was expected because I am only human.