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Aerodynamic Improvements for Agricultural Aircraft
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During the past four years, the Dept. of Aerophysics and Aerospace Engineering conducted evaluations of five agricultural aircraft to determine their performance, handling characteristics, and modifications to improve their safety and economy. As a result, several modifications were made to the basic aircraft to improve its performance. Reevaluation of the modified aircraft's performance showed that these modifications were beneficial.
The evaluations showed that the greatest impediment in obtaining increased safety and performance is usually the dispersal systems used to distribute seed, fertilizer, and chemicals. Some effort was devoted to designing improved dispersal systems with lower power requirements. Results of the evaluation tests are represented.
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Smith, M., "Aerodynamic Improvements for Agricultural Aircraft," SAE Technical Paper 690305, 1969, https://doi.org/10.4271/690305.Also In
References
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- Smith M. R. Patrick J. D. “Evaluation of the Piper 25-B Agricultural Aircraft.” Dept. of Aerophysics and Aerospace Engineering, Mississippi State University, Research Report No. 69 June 1966
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- Smith M. R. Patrick J. D. “Evaluation of the Snow S-2C Agricultural Aircraft.” Dept. of Aerophysics and Aerospace Engineering, Mississippi State University, Research Report No. 71 November 1966
- Smith Michael R. Williamson Robert E. Garrett A. J. “Development of an Engine-Powered Liquid Dispersal System for Agricultural Aircraft.” Dept. of Aerophysics and Aerospace Engineering, Mississippi State University, Research Report No. 88 January 1968