Ruddervators are control surfaces on certain aircraft, typically found on tailless or delta-wing configurations, that combine the functions of both the rudder and elevators. To calculate the surface area of ruddervators, you can use basic geometric principles. Here’s the formula, definition, and SI unit:
- Surface Area of Ruddervators:
- Measure the length of one ruddervator (from the root to the tip).
- Measure the width of one ruddervator (perpendicular to its length).
- Calculate the surface area of one ruddervator using the formula:
- Multiply the surface area of one ruddervator by the total number of ruddervators on the aircraft (usually two, one on each side of the tail) to find the total surface area of the ruddervators.