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Winglets again
So winglets;
1. Increase Aspect ratio which leads to lower induced drag 2. Assist in the removal of vortices at slightly different points at the end of wings which alone create extra drag |
(a) produce a result SIMILAR to an increase in AR
(b) reduce the intensity or strength of the vortex which would be shed in their absence. |
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