Lift (force)
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When a fluid flows around an object, the fluid exerts a force on the object. Lift is the component of this force that is perpendicular to the oncoming flow direction. It contrasts with the drag force,
The 1902 Wright Glider shows its lift by pulling up
A cross-section of a wing defines an airfoil shape.
Angle of attack of an airfoil
An airfoil with camber compared to a symmetrical airfoil
Drag (physics)
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In fluid dynamics, drag, sometimes referred to as fluid resistance, and also known as viscous force, is a force acting opposite to the direction of motion of any object moving with respect to a surrou
Concorde with short tail spike.
Concorde with longer tail spike which gave lower wave drag.
Hawk aircraft showing base area above circular engine exhaust