Downwash in Lift Distribution Formulas

Downwash is the change in direction of air deflected by the aerodynamic action of an airfoil, wing, or helicopter rotor blade in motion, as part of the process of producing lift. And is denoted by w. Downwash is usually measured using the Meter per Second for Speed. Note that the value of Downwash is always negative.

Formulas to find Downwash in Lift Distribution

fxDownwash in Elliptical Lift DistributionGo

Lift Distribution formulas that make use of Downwash

fxCirculation at Origin given DownwashGo

fxInduced Angle of Attack given DownwashGo

List of variables in Lift Distribution formulas

fx Circulation at Origin Go

fx Wingspan Go

FAQ

What is the Downwash?

Downwash is the change in direction of air deflected by the aerodynamic action of an airfoil, wing, or helicopter rotor blade in motion, as part of the process of producing lift. Downwash is usually measured using the Meter per Second for Speed. Note that the value of Downwash is always negative.

Can the Downwash be negative?

Yes, the Downwash, measured in Speed can be negative.

What unit is used to measure Downwash?

Downwash is usually measured using the Meter per Second[m/s] for Speed. Meter per Minute[m/s], Meter per Hour[m/s], Kilometer per Hour[m/s] are the few other units in which Downwash can be measured.

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