Aerodynamic design decisions are rarely made without considering multidisciplinary design factors, which leads to compromises between aerodynamics and other disciplines. Readers will learn how to increase lift on an airplane, and how to modify an airplane in order to achieve aerodynamic improvements. Drag reduction will then be discussed, including ways to reduce drag and the impact of drag reduction on aircraft design. The chapter ends with a study of aircraft from the past and how aerodynamic considerations were included in their design.
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