On numerical calculation of Lift Force via Potential Flow

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The discussion focuses on the numerical computation of potential steady and incompressible flow over an airfoil, governed by the Laplace equation and boundary conditions. Key questions include the feasibility of obtaining a steady solution and whether a lift force can be generated under these conditions. It is noted that a steady solution is possible, but the generation of lift depends on the specific flow characteristics and boundary conditions applied. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding potential flow theory in predicting aerodynamic behavior. Overall, the inquiry seeks to clarify the relationship between potential flow and lift generation in airfoil analysis.
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Imagine:
I want to compute numerically a POTENTIAL STEADY and INCOMPRESSIBLE flow over an airfoil. The set up of the problem is:
\nabla^2\phi=0
\nabla\phi \cdot \overline{n}\big)_{x=surface}=0 no normal velocity component on the airfoil surface.
\nabla \phi=\overline{U_\infty} as x\rightarrow\infty external flow at large distances.
The three main questions which arise are the next:
i) Is it possible to obtain an steady solution of this stuff?
ii) Am I going to obtain any Lift force?. Why?
Thanx for participating in this discussion.
 
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