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Flutter analysis of a morphing wing technology demonstrator : numerical simulation and wind tunnel testing [PDF]

open access: yes, 2016
As part of a morphing wing technology project, the flutter analysis of two finite element models and the experimental results of a morphing wing demonstrator equipped with aileron are presented.
Botez, RM   +7 more
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TOPOLOGY OPTIMIZATION OF MORPHING WING TRAILING EDGE BASED ON MULTI-POINTS DRIVING COMPLIANT MECHANISM

open access: yesJixie qiangdu, 2018
The wing is designed by specific flight conditions,and its aerodynamic efficiency under various conditions needs to be optimized.This paper studies the trailing edge of the morphing wing to make it meet the aerodynamic optimal deformation range under the
KOU Xin, GE WenJie
doaj  

A Passively Morphing Trailing Edge Concept for Sailing Hydrofoil

open access: yes, 2017
Sailing sports are experiencing a period of radical innovations. Traditional displacing monohulls have always been the reference for yachting in the past, but the continuous quest for performances has generated many variations and many convergences with surprising results.
Hueber, Francis   +2 more
openaire   +2 more sources

Knowledge-Based Shape Optimization of Morphing Wing for More Efficient Aircraft

open access: yesInternational Journal of Aerospace Engineering, 2015
An optimization procedure for the shape design of morphing aircraft is presented. The process is coupled with a knowledge-based framework combining parametric geometry representation, multidisciplinary modelling, and genetic algorithm.
Alessandro De Gaspari, Sergio Ricci
doaj   +1 more source

Non-linear controls influence functions in an aircraft dynamics simulator [PDF]

open access: yes
In the development and testing of novel structural and controls concepts, such as morphing aircraft wings, appropriate models are needed for proper system characterization. In most instances, available system models do not provide the required additional
Guerreiro, Nelson M.   +2 more
core   +1 more source

A combined smart-materials approach for next-generation airfoils [PDF]

open access: yes, 2016
This article will present a morphing wing actuated using both surface embedded Shape memory alloys (SMAs) and trailing edge Macro-fiber composites (MFCs).
Braza, Marianna   +6 more
core   +2 more sources

Structural validation of a realistic wing structure: the RIBES test article [PDF]

open access: yes, 2018
Several experimental test cases are available in literature to study and validate fluid structure interaction methods. They, however, focus the attention mainly on replicating typical cruising aerodynamic conditions forcing the adoption of fully steel ...
Biancolini. M. E.   +9 more
core   +1 more source

Analysis and optimization of a camber morphing wing model

open access: yesInternational Journal of Advanced Robotic Systems, 2016
This article proposes a camber morphing wing model that can continuously change its camber. A mathematical model is proposed and a kinematic simulation is performed to verify the wing’s ability to change camber.
Bing Li, Gang Li
doaj   +1 more source

Wing Leading Edge Concepts for Noise Reduction [PDF]

open access: yes, 2010
This study focuses on the development of wing leading edge concepts for noise reduction during high-lift operations, without compromising landing stall speeds, stall characteristics or cruise performance.
Pitera, David M.   +2 more
core   +1 more source

Development of Advanced High Lift Leading Edge Technology for Laminar Flow Wings [PDF]

open access: yes, 2013
This paper describes the Advanced High Lift Leading Edge (AHLLE) task performed by Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation, Aerospace Systems (NGAS) for the NASA Subsonic Fixed Wing project in an effort to develop enabling high-lift technology for laminar ...
Bright, Michelle M.   +3 more
core   +1 more source

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