Vortex generation

摘要

A vortex generation apparatus including a vortex generator that deploys in response to deployment of a wing leading edge lift augmentation device. The vortex generator deploys into a position to generate vortices over a main wing body upper surface region trailing the vortex generator.

主权项

1. A vortex generation apparatus comprising a vortex generator coupled to a trailing edge of a wing leading edge lift augmentation device, and configured to deploy with the wing leading edge lift augmentation device into a position where the vortex generator will generate vortices over at least a portion of a main wing body upper surface region trailing the vortex generator;
wherein the leading edge lift augmentation device comprises a leading edge flap having a flap seal; and wherein the vortex generator is incorporated into a trailing edge of the flap seal of the leading edge flap, which lays flat along the upper wing surface contour of the main wing body when the leading edge flap is stowed and which projects away from the upper wing surface contour of the main wing body when the leading edge flap is deployed.