Zero-thickness cambered airfoils are globally optimal for aerodynamic performance across Reynolds numbers 1 to 3000, with optimal angle of attack decreasing monotonically and camber peaking near Re 50-60.
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Optimal airfoils in the intermediate Reynolds number range
Zero-thickness cambered airfoils are globally optimal for aerodynamic performance across Reynolds numbers 1 to 3000, with optimal angle of attack decreasing monotonically and camber peaking near Re 50-60.