Conformal Mapping of Aerofoil at incidence

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The discussion centers on the conformal mapping of an aerofoil at incidence, with participants confirming that the Joukowski transformation is indeed relevant. The transformation utilizes complex numbers and is linked to conformal mapping principles. One user expresses uncertainty about their implementation, noting that their program successfully plots zero incidence but fails with added incidence, resulting in unexpected outputs. The conversation highlights the challenges of applying the Joukowski transformation in practical scenarios. Overall, the topic emphasizes the importance of understanding complex transformations in aerodynamics.
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Does anyone know what the conformal mapping of an aerofoil at incidence is?
Does it use the Joukowski transformation? Or something else..

Thanks
 
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I don't remember this for sure but I believe it IS the Joukowski transformation. The trans. uses complex numbers with the circle and all that and conformal relates to a complex trans. and I don't remember studying other uses for it, so I'm probably right but don't shoot me if I'm not. :wink:
 
Hmm thanks guys for the confirmation. I believed it to be:
w=z*exp(-i*alpha)+(exp(i*alpha)*b**2/z)
as it says but my program still doesn't work. It can plot zero incidence fine but then goes crazy and makes weird sausage things when I add incidence... oh well I'll sleep on it maybe
 
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