The discussion revolves around whether an avocado can be considered an airfoil, particularly when cut in half. Participants explore the shape of the avocado and its potential aerodynamic properties, questioning if it meets the criteria for being classified as an airfoil.
The conversation is ongoing, with participants sharing their thoughts and seeking further input. Some have expressed confidence in their views, while others are prompting deeper exploration of the topic and related concepts.
There is a mention of using external resources, such as Google Images, to find examples of shapes similar to avocados, specifically referencing NASA lifting bodies. The necessity of generating lift for an airfoil is also highlighted as a point of clarification.
Welcome to the PF.airvocados2122894 said:
Ok, I looked at lots of diagrams, and I'm pretty sure it is. Thoughts?berkeman said:Welcome to the PF.
What have you learned about airfoils so far? What properties are important for a shape being a good airfoil? What basic principals are involved?
BTW, can you use Google Images to find some experimental planes that have a similar shape to what you are asking? Hint -- look at NASA lifting bodies...
You go first...airvocados2122894 said:
like I said, I'm like 99% sure that they are. After consulting multiple sources, I think I am correct, but I would like to obtain even more outside input.berkeman said:You go first...
What about your avocado pit question?airvocados2122894 said:
I Think you would need to leave the pit into get the proper curve.berkeman said:
apologies. Yes generating lift would be necessaryCWatters said:
I'm going take that as a yes. the NASA lifting bodies are really similarberkeman said:Welcome to the PF.
What have you learned about airfoils so far? What properties are important for a shape being a good airfoil? What basic principals are involved?
BTW, can you use Google Images to find some experimental planes that have a similar shape to what you are asking? Hint -- look at NASA lifting bodies...