What is the angle of attack for a Rogallo wing and how does it generate lift?

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A Rogallo wing does generate lift, primarily through the angle of attack, which is adjusted via the bridle. The angle of attack is defined as the angle between the wing's chord line and the oncoming airflow. Despite its unique design, the wing can still produce lift by manipulating this angle. All wings, including the Rogallo, require a proper angle of attack to function effectively. Understanding this principle is crucial for optimizing the performance of Rogallo wings.
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Does a Rogallo wing generate a lift at all ? If yes, how ? It does not seem to have wing profile to generate lift.
 
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Frenemy90210 said:
Does a Rogallo wing generate a lift at all ? If yes, how ? It does not seem to have wing profile to generate lift.
The wing is operated with an angle of attack provided by the adjustment of the bridle. All wings require an angle of attack to provide lift. Angle of attack is the angle between the chord and the incoming air stream.
 

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