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The Effect Of Surface Materials And Morphology On Wingsuit Aerodynamics, Timothy Allen Sestak
The Effect Of Surface Materials And Morphology On Wingsuit Aerodynamics, Timothy Allen Sestak
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This study examines the aerodynamic effects of the materials, textiles, and morphologies currently used in wingsuit design and construction. The experiment was a low-speed wind tunnel investigation using a rigid wing with an aspect ratio of 2, a NACA 4418 airfoil cross section and a smooth, polished painted surface as a baseline. The baseline wing was modified by covering the upper and lower surfaces with various textiles currently used in wingsuit construction. This study is the first step in continued research to design and build a wingsuit with superior glide performance compared to current designs. Surface textures and features on …