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Principles of Flightmedium#581

Vortex generators on a wing surface are used to:

A

Re-energize the boundary layer by mixing high-energy free-stream air into it, delaying separation

Correct
B

Generate lift directly

C

Reduce wingtip vortices

D

Increase wave drag

Explanation

Vortex generators create small vortices that bring high-energy air from the free stream into the boundary layer, delaying flow separation.

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