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The IHS ESDU Aerodynamics Design Collection contains methods, data, principles, worked examples, software and related equations for over 1000 topics.

Validated Design Data You Can Trust

ESDU methods are regularly reviewed and validated by industry, technical society and academic experts to provide current best practices and data. 

This unique collection of design guides and methods will minimize the time required to run complex calculations with:

• Detailed descriptions of the principles on which methods are based 
• Analysis methods described with ranges of accuracy, derivation lists, and worked examples 
• Detailed calculation diagrams to show program data flows 
• The ability to capture conditions and reuse previous calculations.

With the ESDU Aerodynamics Design Collection, your development team can eliminate dependence on outdated or inaccurate methods to move from research and development through design and certification as effectively as possible.

It provides an extensive collection of tools to solve complex aerodynamic and structural problems related to:

• Airfoils and Wings 
• Wing-Body Combinations 
• Controls and Flaps 
• Powerplant and Airframe Interactions 
• Stability of Aircraft

Design Engineers worldwide rely on IHS ESDU Aerodynamics Design tools

• Aerospace and defense industry contractors 
• Commercial aircraft manufacturers and suppliers 
• Government research and testing agencies 
• Academic institutions

Benefits:

• Increase confidence in calculations 
• Quickly evaluate multiple concepts and effects on parameters 
• Improve agreement between predictions and results 
• Provide a standardized context to enable cooperation on joint development projects

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