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Will this aerofoil generate lift, Bernoulli

 
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Jan13-13, 07:02 AM   #18
 

Will this aerofoil generate lift, Bernoulli


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The object (airfoil) forces the flow to curve which results in a centrifugal force on the fluid elements. The fluid has inertia and wants to continue moving in a straight line. This centrifugal force is balanced by a pressure gradient pointing towards the center of curvature. So the pressure increases as you move away from the surface. This is the reason for the lower pressure on the surface of the airfoil, and the cause of the flow accelerating.
That's one of the most easily undertood explanations I've seen. Thanks.
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