Angle of Attack of Airfoil in Fluid Mechanics Formulas

The Angle of Attack of Airfoil is the angle between freestream velocity and chord of the airfoil. And is denoted by α^°. Angle of Attack of Airfoil is usually measured using the Degree for Angle. Note that the value of Angle of Attack of Airfoil is always negative.

Fluid Mechanics formulas that make use of Angle of Attack of Airfoil

fxDrag on AirfoilGo

fxLift on AirfoilGo

FAQ

What is the Angle of Attack of Airfoil?

The Angle of Attack of Airfoil is the angle between freestream velocity and chord of the airfoil. Angle of Attack of Airfoil is usually measured using the Degree for Angle. Note that the value of Angle of Attack of Airfoil is always negative.

Can the Angle of Attack of Airfoil be negative?

Yes, the Angle of Attack of Airfoil, measured in Angle can be negative.

What unit is used to measure Angle of Attack of Airfoil?

Angle of Attack of Airfoil is usually measured using the Degree[°] for Angle. Radian[°], Minute[°], Second[°] are the few other units in which Angle of Attack of Airfoil can be measured.

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