Lift Coefficient in Flow and Lift Distribution Formulas

Lift Coefficient is a dimensionless coefficient that relates the lift generated per unit span by a lifting body to the fluid density around the body, the fluid velocity & reference area. And is denoted by C_L.

Formulas to find Lift Coefficient in Flow and Lift Distribution

fx2-D Lift Coefficient for CylinderGo

Flow and Lift Distribution formulas that make use of Lift Coefficient

fxRadius of Cylinder for Lifting FlowGo

fxFreestream Velocity given 2-D Lift Coefficient for Lifting FlowGo

List of variables in Flow and Lift Distribution formulas

fx Vortex Strength Go

fx Cylinder Radius Go

fx Freestream Velocity Go

FAQ

What is the Lift Coefficient?

Lift Coefficient is a dimensionless coefficient that relates the lift generated per unit span by a lifting body to the fluid density around the body, the fluid velocity & reference area.

Can the Lift Coefficient be negative?

{YesorNo}, the Lift Coefficient, measured in {OutputVariableMeasurementName} {CanorCannot} be negative.

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