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Noun Concept
Categories: Aircraft wing design, Continuum mechanics, Aerodynamics, Thermodynamics
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airfoil  aerofoil  control surface  surface  Aerofoil section
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A device that provides reactive force when in motion relative to the surrounding air; can lift or control a plane in flight WordNet 3.0
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fluid mechanics
fluid dynamics
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A device that provides reactive force when in motion relative to the surrounding air; can lift or control a plane in flight WordNet 3.0 & Open English WordNet
An airfoil or aerofoil is a streamlined body that is capable of generating significantly more lift than drag. Wikipedia
A foil operating in air Wikipedia Disambiguation
Cross-sectional shape of a wing, blade, or sail Wikidata
A moveable surface attached to a machine such as an aircraft or submarine that can be used to control the machine's motion in roll, pitch or yaw. Wiktionary
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Before flight, it is vital to ensure all control surfaces are clear of obstruction and can move smoothly and freely. Wiktionary