2.1 Terminology Part3
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What is the laminar boundary layer?
It is a thin layer of smooth airflow close to the wing’s surface.
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What is the effect of laminar flow?
It reduces skin friction drag due to the air moving smoothly over the surface.
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What is the turbulent boundary layer?
It is the chaotic airflow that forms when laminar flow breaks down.
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What is the effect of turbulent flow on the wing?
Turbulent flow creates more friction drag but its energy helps it stick to the wing, delays airflow separation and stalls
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