Oswald Efficiency Factor in Introduction and Governing Equations Formulas

The Oswald efficiency factor is a correction factor that represents the change in drag with lift of a three-dimensional wing or airplane, as compared with an ideal wing having the same aspect ratio. And is denoted by e_oswald.

Introduction and Governing Equations formulas that make use of Oswald Efficiency Factor

fxDrag Coefficient for given parasite drag coefficientGo

fxDrag Coefficient for given zero-lift drag coefficientGo

fxCoefficient of Drag due to liftGo

FAQ

What is the Oswald Efficiency Factor?

The Oswald efficiency factor is a correction factor that represents the change in drag with lift of a three-dimensional wing or airplane, as compared with an ideal wing having the same aspect ratio.

Can the Oswald Efficiency Factor be negative?

{YesorNo}, the Oswald Efficiency Factor, measured in {OutputVariableMeasurementName} {CanorCannot} be negative.

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