That is interesting, Jim.
My RV has louvers on both sides
of the cowl, so if I understand what you are saying, I might pick up less drag
due to the turbulence created up front that flows back over the entire
fuselage. Do you have any references about this effect other thanthe one
already mentioned?
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Sent: Sunday, October 12, 2003 9:06
AM
Subject: [FlyRotary] Re: solo's &
Delta T... no more emergencies
<... I've
considered adding a set of louvers on the right side of the cowl and ducting
the right rad outlet to exit the louvers ...>
If you try this, you
might want to take care to avoid "rooster tail" exit drag. Studies have
shown that is a real significant component of drag. Canard folks have
picked up significant airspeed by making them go away.
Best ... Jim
S.
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