How to use formulas for a delta wing?

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The discussion centers on the calculations of lift force in aerodynamic formulas, specifically addressing the challenges posed by delta wing aircraft that lack a traditional horizontal tail. Participants highlight the importance of the center of mass and center of lift being closely aligned for stability. It is noted that delta wings utilize a built-in reflex to provide negative lift, compensating for inherent pitch moments. The conversation also references external resources for further understanding of these aerodynamic principles. Overall, the complexities of lift calculations for delta wings are emphasized, particularly in the absence of a horizontal tail.
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Dear Forum,
I'd like to talk about the formulas about aerodynamic calculations.
Let's focus on the lift force.
As you may know, the lift force is computed as
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The CL coefficient can be decomposed with a Taylor serie which is
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Now, each coefficient can be rewritten in detail as:

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As we can see, there is a ratio of of the horizontal surface tail to the wing surface Sh/S
However, how has this parameter to be used in case of a delta wing aircraft with no horizontal tail
Shall we do consider the Sh surface as zero ?
Thanks
 
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Welcome, @kevcrl !

Delta wings, like any other tailless airplane that needs longitudinal stability, have a built-in tail, which is called reflex.

That works exactly like the horizontal stabilizer of conventional airplanes, providing negative lift to compensate for the natural pitch (nose down) moment that the pressure gradient induces in any airfoil.

Please, see:
https://mh-aerotools.de/airfoils/flywing1.htm

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