Numerical Study of Aerodynamic Performance of Serrated Blended Winglet
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This article presents a numerical analysis of a wing, with and without Serrated Blended Winglets (SBW), to evaluate and compare their aerodynamic performance. The lift coefficient, drag coefficient and lift-to-drag ratio are analysed. The wing design is based on the NACA 653218 airfoil with a tapered geometry, modelled using SolidWorks. The primary objective is to enhance aircraft efficiency by minimizing induced drag at the wingtips during flight. ANSYS software is utilized to simulate and monitor the aerodynamic flow parameters. Results demonstrate that SBW outperform standard winglets, particularly at higher angles of attack, contributing to improved aerodynamic efficiency.
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