AFC technologies have been explored in the lab for a number of years; one of these, the use of microjet-based actuators has shown substantial promise in a number of flow and noise control applications. For example, wind tunnel tests have shown that using these actuators can eliminate/delay separation and enhance lift for airfoils. In this project we explore the effectiveness of this technique on more realistic configurations/flows, using RC aircraft. This will also allow us to examine the efficacy of this control approach from a systems' perspective as the actuator hardware must fit within the maximum weight and size limits of the aircraft.

• The system must be off-the-shelf
• Actuators must be activated/de-activated remotely
• Document the aircraft performance in terms of lift and drag characteristics