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March 29, 2023, 09:26

Why does the upper shockwave move aft with trailing edge deflection?

Transonic

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Hi, I’ve noticed that when I increase the trailing edge deflection of my 0012, the shock moves further towards the trailing edge, but why?

Also, how does the lower shock just disappear?

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