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Theory of flight

Theory of flight. Presented by: Mr. Connolly Mexico Middle School. Introduction. Flight has become a major mode of transportation in today's society. This web quest project will provide an introduction to our Air Transportation unit.

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Theory of flight

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  1. Theory of flight Presented by: Mr. Connolly Mexico Middle School

  2. Introduction • Flight has become a major mode of transportation in today's society. • This web quest project will provide an introduction to our Air Transportation unit. • Your task will be for you to research and investigate the Theory of Flight.

  3. Task • Work individually • Identify and define the forces required for flight • Sketch a diagram showing these forces acting on an aircraft • Apply this information to your air racer project

  4. Process • Research the Theory of Flight using the internet • Start by using the listed resources found on the next slide • Additional web sites of your own may be used • Record notes and other needed information on a separate sheet of paper • Write a short essay explaining the theory of flight • Short essay must discuss the forces required for flight • Create a diagram representing these forces

  5. Resources • Use the listed web sites to begin your research • http://www.grc.nasa.gov/WWW/K-12/airplane/lift1.html • http://www.aviation-history.com/theory/airfoil.htm • http://www.aviation-history.com/theory/lift.htm • http://web.mit.edu/16.00/www/aec/flight.html • http://www.allstar.fiu.edu/aero/fltmidfly.htm Remember, feel free to search for other resources, but beware of inaccurate information.

  6. Evaluation • Web quest is worth 100 points • 50 points – Short Essay • 40 points – Diagram • 10 points – Notes

  7. Conclusion • You now will have an understanding of the theory of flight • Your research and investigation will allow you to identify how forces act upon an aircraft • Use your new knowledge to troubleshoot, adjust, and make any modifications necessary to improve the performance of your air racer project

  8. Teachers • This project is intended for an Introduction to Technology class. • Its purpose is to introduce students to the theory of flight • It is also designed to teach students how to effectively research information using the internet • For planning purposes, 2 - 3 80 minute class periods should be expected

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