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April 9, 2003, 12:27	Tip vortex and drag	#1
Gecko Guest Posts: n/a	Hello, why the winglet that can reduce the strength of the tip vortex can also reduce the drag, what is the connection between the tip vortex and drag? Thanx, Gecko

April 10, 2003, 06:34	Re: Tip vortex and drag	#2
Anton Lyaskin Guest Posts: n/a	Formation of tip vortex drains energy from the flow. This gives additional drag.

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