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Filtering by: Creator Hirst, A. G. Conference Name American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics Degree Field Mechanical Engineering

Comparison of the Accuracy and Applicability of Forebody Wake Effect Models for Parachute System Design

Creator:

Kemling, Gabriel H. and Blunck, David L.

Abstract:

The forebody wake effect (FWE) is important to consider when designing parachute systems because it can affect parachute performance. Parachutes work by altering the aerodynamic properties of an attached forebody to control a descent. The FWE can reduce parachute drag, causing the system to descend faster than desired. This drag...

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Research Paper

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attached forebody to control a descent. The FWE can reduce parachute drag, causing the system to descend