Rudder Deflection Angle in Static Stability and Control Formulas

Rudder Deflection Angle is a lateral force and hence a bigger yawing moment (N), leading to a more pronounced yaw. And is denoted by δ_r. Rudder Deflection Angle is usually measured using the Radian for Angle. Note that the value of Rudder Deflection Angle is always negative.

Formulas to find Rudder Deflection Angle in Static Stability and Control

fxRudder Deflection Angle given Yawing Moment CoefficientGo

Static Stability and Control formulas that make use of Rudder Deflection Angle

fxYawing Moment Coefficient given Rudder DeflectionGo

fxRudder Control EffectivenessGo

List of variables in Static Stability and Control formulas

fx Dynamic Pressure at Vertical Tail Go

fx Dynamic Pressure at Wing Go

fx Distance between Rudder Hinge Line and Cg Go

fx Vertical Tail Area Go

fx Wingspan Go

fx Wing Reference Area Go

fx Lift Coefficient Go

fx Deviated Rudder Deflection Angle Go

fx Yawing Moment Coefficient Go

FAQ

What is the Rudder Deflection Angle?

Rudder Deflection Angle is a lateral force and hence a bigger yawing moment (N), leading to a more pronounced yaw. Rudder Deflection Angle is usually measured using the Radian for Angle. Note that the value of Rudder Deflection Angle is always negative.

Can the Rudder Deflection Angle be negative?

Yes, the Rudder Deflection Angle, measured in Angle can be negative.

What unit is used to measure Rudder Deflection Angle?

Rudder Deflection Angle is usually measured using the Radian[rad] for Angle. Degree[rad], Minute[rad], Second[rad] are the few other units in which Rudder Deflection Angle can be measured.

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