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Old January 7th 06, 02:12 PM posted to rec.aviation.soaring
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Wayne,

I have created a page containing links to various winglet articles. Most
are based on Mark Maughmer's research at Pennsylvania State University.
http://www.soaridaho.com/Schreder/Te...ts/PSU_Ref.htm

Wayne
HP-14 N990 "6F"
http://www.soaridaho.com/



"Erik Braun" wrote in message
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Hi Wayne,

yet the majority (?) of our lift is generated from the
HIGH pressure BELOW the wing.


No, it only generates 1/3 of the lift. The rest is generated by lower
pressure on the upper side.

I recommend you read
http://www.soaridaho.com/Schreder/Te...lets/Masak.htm
which explains the design and function of winglets.

Greetings, Erik.