Canard Airplanes Group - 1 PDF
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Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham
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This document is a presentation about canard airplanes. It discusses their introduction, history, and different configurations. It includes information about the origin of the first canard aircraft and its use in modern fighter jets.
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Ca n a rd Airplanes Group - 1 Members Aditya (24002) Ambika (24003) Amritha(24004) Bhagyasree(24006) Sanjita(24076) Introduction Canard airplanes are aircraft designs where a small forewing (the canard) is placed in front of the main wings. Unlike traditional aircraf...
Ca n a rd Airplanes Group - 1 Members Aditya (24002) Ambika (24003) Amritha(24004) Bhagyasree(24006) Sanjita(24076) Introduction Canard airplanes are aircraft designs where a small forewing (the canard) is placed in front of the main wings. Unlike traditional aircraft, where control surfaces are at the back, the canard wing provides additional lift and control at the front. History and Development Origins: The first canard aircraft was designed by the Wright brothers in 1903, known as the Wright Flyer. Modern Evolution: Canard designs gained popularity in the 1970s and 1980s, with Burt Rutan’s designs, such as the VariEze, showing their advantages for small, general aviation aircraft. Military Use: Some fighter jets, like the Eurofighter Typhoon, also use canard configurations for enhanced agility. Configuration Types Fixed Canard: A small, stationary wing that offers additional lift but limited control. Control Canard: Adjustable surfaces that provide manoeuvrability, often used in modern fighter jets Lifting Canard: Designed to share a larger portion of the aircraft's lift, reducing load on the main wing.
