Induced Drag in Flow over Airfoils and Wings Formulas

Induced Drag is caused by that element of the air deflected downward which is not vertical to the flight path but is tilted slightly rearward from it. And is denoted by D_i. Induced Drag is usually measured using the Newton for Force. Note that the value of Induced Drag is always negative.

Flow over Airfoils and Wings formulas that make use of Induced Drag

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FAQ

What is the Induced Drag?

Induced Drag is caused by that element of the air deflected downward which is not vertical to the flight path but is tilted slightly rearward from it. Induced Drag is usually measured using the Newton for Force. Note that the value of Induced Drag is always negative.

Can the Induced Drag be negative?

Yes, the Induced Drag, measured in Force can be negative.

What unit is used to measure Induced Drag?

Induced Drag is usually measured using the Newton[N] for Force. Exanewton[N], Meganewton[N], Kilonewton[N] are the few other units in which Induced Drag can be measured.

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