Half Thickness in Conceptual Design Formulas

The Half Thickness of the airfoil is the thickness at a distance of x from the leading edge. And is denoted by y_t. Half Thickness is usually measured using the Meter for Length. Note that the value of Half Thickness is always positive.

Formulas to find Half Thickness in Conceptual Design

fxAerofoil Thickness for 4 Digit SeriesGo

List of variables in Conceptual Design formulas

fx Maximum Thickness Go

fx Position along the Chord Go

FAQ

What is the Half Thickness?

The Half Thickness of the airfoil is the thickness at a distance of x from the leading edge. Half Thickness is usually measured using the Meter for Length. Note that the value of Half Thickness is always positive.

Can the Half Thickness be negative?

No, the Half Thickness, measured in Length cannot be negative.

What unit is used to measure Half Thickness?

Half Thickness is usually measured using the Meter[m] for Length. Millimeter[m], Kilometer[m], Decimeter[m] are the few other units in which Half Thickness can be measured.

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