Lift Force
A fluid flowing around an object exerts a force on it. Lift is the component of this force that is perpendicular to the oncoming flow direction.
Variables
| Symbol | Quantity | Units | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dimensionless | Lift Coefficient | ||
| Force | N | Lift Force | |
| Area | m^2 | Planform wing area | |
| Velocity | m/s | velocity of air speed | |
| Density | kg / m^3 | Fluid Density |
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