Open AccessSelected Scientific and Technical Contributions of Edward C. Polhamus
Author(s) -
James M. Luckring
Publication year - 2016
Publication title -
35th aiaa applied aerodynamics conference
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Conference proceedings
DOI - 10.2514/6.2016-3565
Subject(s) - computer science
Edward C. Polhamus joined the NACA Langley Research Center staff in 1944 and was active in a broad range of aerodynamic research related to high-speed aircraft technology, aerodynamic prediction methods, and cryogenic wind-tunnel development. This lecture will focus on his 'leading-edge suction analogy' for the prediction of vortex-lift effects on slender wings. Briefer treatment of his contributions to variable-sweep aircraft and cryogenic wind tunnels is also included.
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