Abstract: An airfoil modification device that helps maintain airstream attachment to either upper or lower airfoil surfaces, the device in the form of a plurality of spaced, low profile rods arranged generally end-to-end and attached to the airfoil and generally normal to the airstream to define a serrated edge that induces multi-directional airstream turbulence.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
February 6, 1980
Date of Patent:
October 19, 1982
Assignee:
Gates Learjet Corporation
Inventors:
Karl M. Schenk, Peter T. Reynolds, M. H. Abla, Robert K. Wattson, Jr.
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