Pressure Drag Force in Flow over Airfoils and Wings Formulas

The Pressure Drag Force is caused by the air particles being more compressed on the front-facing surfaces and more spaced out on the back surfaces. And is denoted by D_p. Pressure Drag Force is usually measured using the Newton for Force. Note that the value of Pressure Drag Force is always negative.

Flow over Airfoils and Wings formulas that make use of Pressure Drag Force

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FAQ

What is the Pressure Drag Force?

The Pressure Drag Force is caused by the air particles being more compressed on the front-facing surfaces and more spaced out on the back surfaces. Pressure Drag Force is usually measured using the Newton for Force. Note that the value of Pressure Drag Force is always negative.

Can the Pressure Drag Force be negative?

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

What unit is used to measure Pressure Drag Force?

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

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