A high efficiency trim method for the aerodynamic analysis of xh-59a rotor in forward flight

Y. H. Zhang, X. Zhao, N. Z. Huang, X. Y. Wu

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Abstract

The aerodynamic performance of XH-59A helicopter rotor was calculated based on Blade Element Momentum (BEM) theory under a rapid efficiency trim method in forward flight. BEM theory developed for coaxial rotor was validated by wind tunnel experiment. For the trim method, 7 control variables were involved under 6-7 constrains. The variation of shaft angle, collective pitch and cyclic pitch of both rotors with advance ratio at range 0~0.4 were compared with flight test data. It was found that except for differential lateral cyclic blade pitch, other controlled variables agree with test data in satisfied extent. As advance ratio increased, flow interaction between upper and the lower rotor was decreased, resulting in performance difference decreased.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationAIAA Propulsion and Energy Forum and Exposition, 2019
PublisherAmerican Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics Inc, AIAA
ISBN (Print)9781624105906
DOIs
StatePublished - 2019
EventAIAA Propulsion and Energy Forum and Exposition, 2019 - Indianapolis, United States
Duration: 19 Aug 201922 Aug 2019

Publication series

NameAIAA Propulsion and Energy Forum and Exposition, 2019

Conference

ConferenceAIAA Propulsion and Energy Forum and Exposition, 2019
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityIndianapolis
Period19/08/1922/08/19

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