The Lift Curve Slope in flight mechanics measures how lift coefficient changes with angle of attack. It indicates the efficiency of a wing in generating lift. A higher slope means more lift per degree change in angle of attack. It’s crucial for understanding stall behavior and overall aircraft performance. Different airfoil shapes and wing designs can influence this slope. It’s a key parameter in aerodynamic analysis and aircraft design.
Where:
- Clα is the lift Curve slope of an airfoil
- e is the Oswald efficiency factor,
- AR is the Aspect ratio.