Flat wing or aerofoil?

Started by topalle, September 17, 2013, 11:20:06 AM

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topalle

Help required from the experts...
Can I use a flat wing or do I need to  make a proper aerofoil ...
Details of my plane
Made from 3 mm coro and fuse length 20''
Model: Avispad
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rastsaurabh

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topalle

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rastsaurabh

proper aerofoils are preferred over flat wings.

Flat wings mostly have thrust to weight ratio 1:1 or more. Whereas aerofoils give better lift and glide capability and can work for <1 thrust to weight ratio.

see the wings here...http://www.rcindia.org/electric-planes/mini-avispad/msg153292/#msg153292