The aileron span (b_aileron) is the length of the aileron, measured from the root (where it attaches to the wing) to the tip (the outermost point). It is a crucial dimension in aircraft design because it determines the physical size and leverage of the aileron, which directly affects its effectiveness in controlling the roll of the aircraft. The formula for calculating the aileron span is straightforward:
Formula: The formula for calculating the aileron span is given as:
- b_aileron is the aileron span (in meters or feet).
- Wing Span is the total wingspan of the aircraft (in meters or feet).
- Wing Root Chord is the width of the wing at its root, where it attaches to the fuselage (in meters or feet).
- Wing Tip Chord is the width of the wing at its tip, at the outermost point (in meters or feet).