Airfoil section used on Langley whirling arm. Symmetrical curve with maximum thickness of 1 inch (2.5 cm) at center. Made up of two pieces with flat bottom glued together. Tapers to knife-edge at both leading and trailing edges of airfoil and a preservative coating. Other Mataerials: Adhesive, Mylar (Polyester) Created by James Walker Date Created 01/24/2013 Source Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum Keywords Aviation; Engineers; People; Research Rights and Restrictions Not determined
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