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Effects of Fuselage Modifications on the Drag Characteristics of a 1/20-Scale Model of the Convair F-102 Airplane at Transonic Speeds

Description: From Summary: "An investigation has been conducted in the Langley 8-foot transonic tunnel to determine the effects of several fuselage modifications on the transonic drag-rise characteristics of a 1/20-scale model of the Convair F-102 airplane. Tests covered an angle-of-attack range from 0 degrees to about 10 degrees and a Mach number range from 0.60 to 1.14."
Date: November 2, 1954
Creator: Kelly, Thomas C. & Osborne, Robert S.
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Free-Flight Tests of 1/9-Scale Convair YF-102 Airplane Wings at Transonic and Supersonic Speeds to Investigate the Possibility of Flutter

Description: "Free-flight tests in the transonic and supersonic speed ranges utilizing rocket-propelled models have been made on two pairs of 1/9-scale Convair YF-102 airplane wings with elevons to investigate the possibility of flutter . These wings had modified 60 deg delta plan forms with the trailing edge swept forward 5 deg. The aspect ratio of two exposed wing panels was 2.19 and the wings had NACA 0004-65 (modified) airfoil sections. The model wings and elevons were dynamic-scale models at sea level of the full-scale wings at 20,000 feet" (p. 1).
Date: December 8, 1954
Creator: O'Kelly, Burke R.
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Flight Test of the Lateral Stability of a 0.133-Scale Model of the Convair XFY-1 Airplane with Windmilling Propellers at Mach Numbers from 0.70 to 1.12 (TED No. NACA DE 369)

Description: A flight test of a rocket-propelled model of the Convair XFY-1 airplane was conducted to determine the lateral stability and control characteristics, The 0.133-scale model had windmilling propellers for this test, which covered a Mach number range of O.70 to 1.12. The center of gravity was located at 13.9 percent of the mean aerodynamic chord. The methods of analysis included both a solution by vector diagrams and simple one- and two-degree-of-freedom methods. The model was both statically and dynamically stable throughout the speed range of the testa The roll damping was good, and the slope of the side-force curve varied little with speed. The rudder was effective throughout the test speed range, although it was reduced to about 43 percent of its subsonic value at supersonic speeds.
Date: November 9, 1955
Creator: Hollinger, James A. & Mitcham, Grady L.
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Summary of Free-Flight Zero-Lift Drag Results from Tests of 1/5-Scale Models of the Convair YF-102 and F-102A Airplanes and Several Related Small Equivalent Bodies at Mach Numbers from 0.70 to 1.46

Description: From Summary: "One-fifth-scale rocket-propelled models of the Convair YF-102 and F-102A airplanes were tested to determine free-flight zero-lift drag coefficients through the transonic speed range at Reynolds numbers near those to be encountered by the full-scale airplane. Trim and duct characteristics were obtained along with measurements of total-, internal-, and base-drag coefficients. Additional zero-lift drag tests involved a series of small equivalent-body-of-revolution models which were launched to low supersonic speeds by means of a helium gun."
Date: October 29, 1954
Creator: Wallskog, Harvey A.
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Free-Flight Zero-Lift Drag Results from a 1/5-Scale Model and Several Small-Scale Equivalent Bodies of Revolution of the Convair F-102 Configuration at Mach Numbers up to 1.34

Description: From Summary: "A 1/5-scale, rocket-propelled model of the Convair F-102 configuration was tested in free flight to determine zero-lift drag at Mach numbers up to 1.34 and at Reynolds numbers comparable to those of the full-scale airplane. This large-scale model corresponded to the prototype airplane and had air flow through the duct. Additional zero-lift drag tests involved a series of small equivalent bodies of revolution which were launched by means of a helium gun."
Date: April 14, 1954
Creator: Wallskog, Harvey A.
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Longitudinal stability characteristics of the Convair YF-102 airplane determined from flight tests

Description: Report presenting an analysis of the longitudinal stability characteristics of the cambered-wing version of the Convair YF-102 airplane at a range of Mach numbers and altitudes. Results regarding longitudinal trim, stall maneuvers, dynamic longitudinal stability, maneuvering stability, stability and control effectiveness parameters, and artificial-feel system are provided.
Date: December 13, 1956
Creator: Andrews, William H.; Sisk, Thomas R. & Darville, Robert W.
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Canard Hinge Moments and Longitudinal Stability of a 1/7-Scale Model of the Convair B-58 External Store in a Free-Flight Investigation at Mach Numbers from 0.94 to 2.58

Description: Report presenting a longitudinal stability and control investigation of a model of the Convair B-58 external store over a range of Mach numbers. Normal force, chord force, and static and dynamic stability derivatives are provided. Abrupt pitching disturbances were created by step-function movements of the canard surface.
Date: June 20, 1958
Creator: Hollinger, James A.
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Wind-Tunnel Investigation at Low Speed of the Rolling Stability Derivatives of a 1/9-Scale Powered Model of the Convair XFY-1 Vertically Rising Airplane, TED No. NACA DE 373

Description: An experimental investigation has been conducted in the Langley stability tunnel at low speed to determine the rolling stability derivatives of a 1/9-scale powered model of the Convair XFY-1 vertically rising airplane. Effects of thrust coefficient were investigated for the complete model and for certain components of the model. Effects of control deflections and of propeller blade angle were investigated for the complete model. Most of the tests were made through an angle-of-attack range from about -4deg to 29deg, and the thrust coefficient range was from 0 to 0.7. In order to expedite distribution of these data, no analysis of the data has been prepared for this paper.
Date: May 20, 1953
Creator: Queijo, M. J.; Wolhart, Walter D. & Fletcher, H. S.
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Transonic aerodynamic characteristics of a 1/15-scale model of the Convair B-58 airplane

Description: Report presenting an investigation of a model of the Convair B-58 airplane weapons system in the transonic tunnel for a range of Mach and Reynolds numbers. Results regarding drag characteristics, lift-curve slope, and longitudinal stability parameter are provided.
Date: October 19, 1956
Creator: Swihart, John M.
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Wind-Tunnel Investigation of a Modified 1/20-Scale Model of the Convair MX-1554 Airplane at Mach Numbers of 1.41 and 2.01

Description: Report presenting an investigation of a model of the Convair MX-1554 airplane in the 4- by 4-foot supersonic pressure tunnel to evaluate the effects of extending the length of the fuselage afterbody and to provide longitudinal and lateral stability and control data. Results indicated that extension of the fuselage afterbody length caused little change in the minimum longitudinal force coefficient and drag due to lift.
Date: August 24, 1953
Creator: Hilton, John H., Jr. & Palazzo, Edward B.
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Transonic Zero-Lift Drag Tests of Four Equivalent-Body-of-Revolution Models Representing Variations of the Convair F-102 Airplane

Description: Four 0.01643-scale equivalent-body-of-revolution models, designed to aid in the evaluation of the relative merits of various degrees of redesign of the existing (1955) Convair F-102 airplane, were launched from the helium gun at Wallops Island, Va., to determine their zero-lift drag at Mach numbers from 0.8 to 1.3. The data are presented with only sufficient analysis to validate their general subsonic level. Estimated values of the friction drag are presented at all Mach numbers to allow a comparison of the pressure drag values alone.
Date: October 17, 1955
Creator: Stoney, William E., Jr.
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Flight-determined transonic lift and drag characteristics of the YF-102 airplane with two wing configurations

Description: Report presenting lift and drag characteristics of the Convair YF-102 airplane for symmetrical wing configuration and for the cambered wing configuration. Data were obtained for a variety of lift coefficients, altitudes, and Mach numbers. Results regarding lift, drag, and some flight-tunnel comparisons are provided.
Date: July 20, 1956
Creator: Saltzman, Edwin J.; Bellman, Donald R. & Musialowski, Norman T.
Item Type: Refine your search to only Report
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department

Longitudinal Control Characteristics of a 1/20-Scale Model of the Convair F-102 Airplane at Transonic Speeds

Description: "The effects of elevator deflections from 0 degrees to -20 degrees on the force and moment characteristics of a 1/20-scale model of the Convair F-102 airplane with chordwise fences have been determined at Mach numbers from 0.6 to 1.1 for angles of attack up to 20 degrees in the Langley 8-foot transonic tunnel. The configuration exhibited static longitudinal stability throughout the range tested, although a mild pitch-up tendency was indicated at Mach numbers from 0.85 to 0.95. Elevator pitch effectiveness decreased rapidly between the Mach numbers of 0.9 and 1.0, however, no complete loss or reversal was indicated for all conditions tested" (p. 1).
Date: July 14, 1954
Creator: Osborne, Robert S. & Tempelmeyer, Kenneth E.
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Effects of Wing Leading-Edge Camber and Tip Modifications on the Aerodynamic Characteristics of a 1/20-Scale Model of the Convair F-102 Airplane at Transonic Speeds

Description: "The effects of several wing leading-edge camber and deflected-tip modifications on the force and moment characteristics of a 1/20-scale model of the Convair F-102 airplane have been determined at Mach numbers from 0.60 to 1.14 for angles of attack up to 14 degrees in the Langley 8-foot transonic tunnel. The effects of elevator deflections from 0 deg. to -10 deg. were also obtained for a configuration incorporating favorable leading- edge and tip modifications. Leading-edge modifications which had a small amount of constant-chord camber obtained by vertically adjusting the thickness distribution over the forward (3.9 percent of the mean aerodynamic chord) portion of the wing were ineffective in reducing the drag at lifting conditions at transonic speeds" (p. 1).
Date: November 10, 1954
Creator: Tempelmeyer, Kenneth E. & Osborne, Robert S.
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Aerodynamic Characteristics of a 0.04956-Scale Model of the Convair TF-102A Airplane at Transonic Speeds, Coord. No. AF-120

Description: "The basic aerodynamic characteristics of a 0.04956-scale model of the Convair TF-102A airplane with controls undeflected have been determined at Mach numbers from 0.60 to 1.135 for angles of attack up to approximately 22 deg in the Langley 8-foot transonic tunnel. In addition, comparisons have been made with data obtained from a previous investigation of a 0.04956-scale model of the Convair F-102A airplane. The results indicated the TF-102A airplane was longitudinally stable for all conditions tested" (p. 1).
Date: 1957~
Creator: Osborne, Robert S.
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Aerodynamic Characteristics of a 0.04956-Scale Model of the Convair F-102A Airplane at Transonic Speeds

Description: "Tests have been conducted in the Langley 8-foot transonic tunnel on a 0.04956-scale model of the Convair F-102A airplane which employed an indented and extended fuselage, cambered wing leading edges, and deflected wing tips. Force and moment characteristics were obtained for Mach numbers from 0.60 to 1.135 at angles of attack up to 20 degrees. In addition, tests were made over a limited angle-of-attack range to determine the effects of the cambered leading edges, deflected tips, and a nose section with a smooth area distribution" (p. 1).
Date: April 11, 1955
Creator: Tempelmeyer, Kenneth E. & Osborne, Robert S.
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Drag at Model Trim Lift of a 1/15-Scale Convair B-58 Supersonic Bomber

Description: Memorandum presenting an investigation utilizing a 1/15-scale rocket-propelled model of the Convair B-58 supersonic bomber. The drag at model trim lift was obtained at a range of Mach and Reynolds numbers. A comparison of the drag at transonic speeds and approximately the same Reynolds number showed excellent agreement.
Date: July 13, 1956
Creator: Hopko, Russell N. & Kinard, William H.
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Drag Near Zero Lift of a 1/7-Scale Model of the Convair B-58 External Store as Measured in Free Flight Between Mach Numbers of 0.8 and 2.45

Description: "The zero-lift drag of a 1/7-scale model of the Convair B-58 external store was obtained at mach numbers between 0.8 and 2.45 at corresponding Reynolds numbers per foot of 3.5 x 10 to the 6th power and 15.3 X 10 to the 6th power. The experimental drag data are compared with calculated values at both subsonic and supersonic speeds and show good agreement. In addition to the drag data, some static stability derivatives and damping factors were also obtained and are presented with the predicted values of these derivatives for completeness and for comparison" (p. 1).
Date: August 3, 1955
Creator: Hopko, Russell N.
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Wind pressure distributions at low lift for the XF-92A delta-wing airplane at transonic speeds

Description: Report presenting chordwise pressure distributions measured over the left wing of a Convair XF-92A delta-wing airplane at low lift to determine the effect of Mach number on the wing characteristics at transonic speeds. The critical Mach number of the basic wing was 0.83 for an airplane normal-force coefficient at 0.09. The spanwise load distributions were roughly triangular in shape.
Date: October 20, 1954
Creator: Keener, Earl R.
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Longitudinal stability characteristics in maneuvering flight of the Convair XF-92A delta-wing airplane including the effects of wing fences

Description: Report presenting the longitudinal stability characteristics of the Convair XF-92A delta-wing airplane in maneuvering flight. The investigation included the determination of the characteristics of the basic airplane and the effects of two wing fence configurations on the characteristics.
Date: January 13, 1955
Creator: Sisk, Thomas R. & Muhleman, Duane O.
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Aerodynamic characteristics of a 0.04956-scale model of the Convair F-102B airplane at Mach numbers of 1.41, 1.61, and 2.01: COORD No. AF-231

Description: Report discussing testing of a scale model of the Convair F-102B to determine its aerodynamic characteristics at several Mach numbers. Four basic body modifications and two afterbody configurations were evaluated.The body modifications were all found to slightly reduce values of minimum drag, but did not cause a change in the static stability and lift-curve-slope values compared to the F-102A.
Date: February 7, 1956
Creator: Driver, Cornelius & Robinson, Ross B.
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Aerodynamic characteristics of a 0.04956-scale model of the Convair F-102A airplane at Mach numbers of 1.41, 1.61, and 2.01

Description: From Summary: "Tests have been made in the Langley 4- by 4-foot supersonic pressure tunnel at Mach numbers of 1.41, 1.61, and 2.01 of various arrangements of a 0.04956-scale model of the Convair F-102A airplane with faired inlets. Tests made of the model equipped with a plain wing, a wing with 6.4 percent conical camber, and a wing with 15 percent conical camber. Body modifications including an extended nose, a modified canopy, and extended afterbody fillets were evaluated. In addition, the effects of a revised vertical tail and two different ventral fins were determined. The results indicated that the use of cambered wings resulted in lower drag in the lift-coefficient range above 0.2. This range, however, is above that which would generally be required for level flight; hence, the usefulness of camber might be confined to increased maneuverability at the higher lifts while its use may be detrimental to the high-speed (low-lift) capabilities."
Date: September 30, 1955
Creator: Spearman, M. Leroy & Driver, Cornelius
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Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department