Question

Please choose a specific type of stability or control surface (e.g., a canard) and explain how it is used, what it is used for, and the pros and cons of the device or system.

Answer 1

Answer:

small forewing

pro : Can be used in place of tail plane configuration

con : Can be very complex and difficult to use

Explanation:

A canard is generally used to provide some form of stability to an unstable or semi stable system.

An example of a Canard is a small forewing placed in an aircraft that will help stabilize the aircraft when in motion( in air ). because an airplane is generally an unstable system on its own

pro : Can be used in place of tail plane configuration

con : Can be very complex and difficult to use