Vortex generators explained
Thu Mar 05, 2020 8:26 am
Fri Mar 06, 2020 11:11 am
Re: Vortex generators explained
For an explanation of how vortex generators actually work, I recommend Mclean's "Understanding Aerodynamics", which has a pretty nice summary.
https://www.amazon.com/Understanding-Ae ... 8126560312
It outlines the advantages and disadvantages of the product this vendor sells pretty well, with several references with even more information for the curious.
https://www.amazon.com/Understanding-Ae ... 8126560312
It outlines the advantages and disadvantages of the product this vendor sells pretty well, with several references with even more information for the curious.
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