Numerical Study on Single and Multi-Element NACA 43018 Wing Airfoil with Leading-Edge Slat and Slotted Flap

S. P.Setyo Hariyadi*, Bambang Juni Pitoyo, Nyaris Pambudiyatno, Sutardi, Wawan Aries Widodo

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Abstract

An optimal wing configuration is crucial for achieving the best performance during various flight phases, including take-off, cruising, and landing. Such configurations also contribute to maximizing the aircraft's cruising range. This study compares the aerodynamic performance of NACA 43018 wings under different conditions: without high-lift devices, with a slotted flap, and with a combination of a leading-edge slat and slotted flap. Numerical simulations were conducted using the k-ɛ Realizable turbulence model at twelve different angles of attack, with a flow speed of 120 m/s. The results demonstrate that multiple-element wings significantly improve aerodynamic performance, particularly at low angles of attack, by reducing the induced drag coefficient and delaying flow separation.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)11652-11662
Number of pages11
JournalInternational Journal of Automotive and Mechanical Engineering
Volume21
Issue number3
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2024

Keywords

  • Aerodynamic performance
  • Leading-edge slat
  • Multiple element wing
  • NACA 43018
  • Slotted flap

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