The lift coefficient, CL is mainly a function of E, and will primarily vary with the shape of the body, Li/L and the angle of attack, α, but in some cases, it will also depend on R, the relative...

The lift coefficient, CL is mainly a function of E, and will primarily vary with the shape of the body, Li/L and the angle of attack, α, but in some cases, it will also depend on R, the relative surface roughness, ɛ/L, M, and F (independent π terms). Explain the role of each independent π term in the evaluation of the lift coefficient, CL