Preliminary aerodynamic performance estimation of HALE UAV wings

Abstract

Observation, maintenance, surveillance, monitoring, remote sensing and security tasks could be defined as the main application of UAVs (Unmanned Air Vehicle). In spite of the fact that all UAV systems have many elements other than the air vehicle, they are frequently classified by the capability or size of the UAVs that is required to perform the mission. Air forces are using HALE (High Altitude Long Endurance) UAVs from fixed bases which can carry out extremely long-range reconnaissance and surveillance. Different types of wing are used in unmanned air vehicle. This paper represents preliminary aerodynamic performance estimation of HALE UAV wings.