The aerodynamic derivatives with respect to sideslip for a delta wing with small dihedral at zero incidence at supersonic speeds

Abstract

Summary.--Expressions are derived for the sideslip derivatives on the assumptions of the linearised theory of flow for a delta wing with small dihedral flying at supersonic speeds. A discussion is included in the Appendix on the relation between two methods that have been evolved for the treatmenf of aerodynamic force problems of the delta wing lying within its apex Mach cone. When the leading edges are within the Mach cone from the apex, the pressure distribution and the rolling moment are independent of Mach number but dependent on aspect ratio. When the leading edges are outside the apex Mach cone, the non-dimensional rolling derivative is, in contrast to the other case, dependent on Mach number and independent of aspect ratio : the other derivatives and the pressure, however, are dependent on both variables.