Lift, drag, thrust, and weight are the four primary forces acting on an aircraft in flight (refer to Fig. 1.1). Figure 1.1: Simplified illustration of the four forces acting on an aircraft. Lift and ...

Whether gasoline, diesel, or electric, automakers work hard to wring every last drop of mileage out of their vehicles. Much of this effort goes towards optimising aerodynamics. The reduction of drag ...

Complete with examples, case studies, and corresponding problems to solve, this textbook provides the resources that students need to understand the methods and thought processes involved in designing ...

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In many ways, the aerodynamic issues important to UAVs are similar to those for manned aircraft. However, certain classes of UAVs operate quite differently from manned aircraft and present different ...

Every respectable story needs an unsung hero. The tale of automotive technology is, of course, no different. Yes, this story’s true-life character carries the power to free up real advancements that ...