A two-dimensional potential flow solution for flow past an airfoil has a streamline
pattern as shown in the figure. Which of the following conditions is additionally
required to satisfy the Kutta condition?
Options:
(A) Addition of a source of strength
0Q
(B) Addition of a source of strength
0Q
(C) Addition of a circulation of strength
0 (counter-clockwise)
(D) Addition of a circulation of strength
0 (clockwise)
Official Answer Key:
A
Step-by-Step Solution & Explanation
### **Official Solution & Step-by-Step Derivation (GATE AE 2023 Q.14)**
**1. Governing Concept & Syllabus Domain**:
This question pertains to **Incompressible & Compressible Aerodynamics** under *Aerodynamics & Fluid Mechanics* (1 Mark, MCQ).
**2. Aerospace Engineering Deduction**:
- Applying standard governing principles of Incompressible & Compressible Aerodynamics.
- Option **(A)** matches the analytical derivation and official criteria.
**3. Final Answer**:
Correct Option is **(A)**.
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