Explore topic-wise MCQs in Aerodynamics.

This section includes 12 Mcqs, each offering curated multiple-choice questions to sharpen your Aerodynamics knowledge and support exam preparation. Choose a topic below to get started.

1.

Generation of lift over an airfoil and formation of starting vortex is correctly explained by which of these?

A. Kutta-Joukowski Theorem
B. Kutta Condition and Kelvin s Theorem
C. Kutta-Joukowski Theorem and Kelvin s Theorem
D. Kutta Condition and Helmholtz Theorem
Answer» C. Kutta-Joukowski Theorem and Kelvin s Theorem
2.

In reality, the starting vortex dies out. Why?

A. Lift becomes zero
B. At later times, Kelvin s theorem is not applicable
C. Due to Viscosity
D. This assumption is wrong. Starting vortex never dies
Answer» D. This assumption is wrong. Starting vortex never dies
3.

Which of these is a result of Kelvin s Theorem is essentially?

A. Frozen Vortex Lines
B. Vorticity
C. Circulation
D. Lift
Answer» B. Vorticity
4.

Generation of lift is accompanied by a starting vortex at the trailing edge. If the flow is inviscid, this will not happen. What reason can best describe this?

A. There is no boundary layer formation, hence no vorticity
B. Kutta Condition is enforced
C. Kelvin s Theorem is violated
D. Starting Vortex dies off instantly
Answer» B. Kutta Condition is enforced
5.

During the formation of starting vortex, for an airfoil starting from rest, which is the correct sequence of events? (TE: Trailing Edge)

A. Velocity becomes infinite at the TE > Unstable vortex sheet formed due to very high vorticity > High velocity gradient formed at TE which is pushed downstream > Flow starts to curl at the TE > Unstable vortex sheet curls to form point vortex
B. Velocity becomes infinite at the TE > High velocity gradient formed at TE which is pushed downstream > Unstable vortex sheet formed due to very high vorticity > Flow starts to curl at the TE > Unstable vortex sheet curls to form point vortex
C. Velocity becomes infinite at the TE > Flow starts to curl at the TE > Unstable vortex sheet formed due to very high vorticity > Unstable vortex sheet curls to form point vortex > High velocity gradient formed at TE which is pushed downstream >
D. Flow starts to curl at the TE > Velocity becomes infinite at the TE > High velocity gradient formed at TE which is pushed downstream > Unstable vortex sheet formed due to very high vorticity > Unstable vortex sheet curls to form point vortex
Answer» E.
6.

For a fluid initially at rest, the formation of starting vortex implies ______

A. generation of lift
B. generation of circulation
C. generation of lift and circulation
D. no lift is produced
Answer» D. no lift is produced
7.

A vortex sheet in the incompressible, inviscid fluid dies after some time.

A. True
B. False
Answer» C.
8.

Which type of the following flow is characterized by density being a single-valued function of pressure only?

A. Viscous Flow
B. Barotropic Flow
C. Inviscid Flow
D. Baroclinic Flow
Answer» C. Inviscid Flow
9.

For which of the following Kelvin s theorem is applicable?

A. Flow with Viscous Stresses
B. Compressible Flow
C. Inviscid, Compressible Barotropic Flow
D. Flow with Non-Conservative Body Forces
Answer» D. Flow with Non-Conservative Body Forces
10.

Mathematically, what is meant by Kelvin s Circulation Theorem for an inviscid and incompressible flow? (For the same set of fluid elements moving in a closed curve along with the fluid).

A. D /Dt = 0
B. 1 2, where 1 is the upstream direction
C. = - <sub>C1</sub>V.ds
D. = 0
Answer» B. 1 2, where 1 is the upstream direction
11.

It is possible to have lift without friction (i.e. in an inviscid medium).

A. True
B. False
Answer» C.
12.

Which of the following ensures flow smoothly leaving the trailing edge given the right value of circulation?

A. Kutta Condition
B. Momentum Theorem
C. Angle of Attack
D. The Shape of the Airfoil
Answer» B. Momentum Theorem