finite wing

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A finite wing is an aerodynamic wing with tips that result in trailing vortices.http://www.aerospaceweb.org/question/aerodynamics/q0167.shtml This is in contrast to an infinite wing. According to John D. Anderson, Jr., finite wings experience 3-dimensional effects of airflow not experienced by infinite airfoils: downwash and induced drag.

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Category:Aircraft wing design

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