Multidisciplinary optimization of subsonic wing planform using free form deformation

Xiaolong He, Junqiang Bai, Liang Xin

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Abstract

Presented is a multidisciplinary optimization approach for subsonic wing planform design, in which Navier-Stokes equations and finite element analysis were coupled through radial basis function interpolation. Free form deformation technique was used for both wing surface geometry and structural model parameterization, so the structure will be deformed simultaneously by the same control volume used for wing surface parameterization. All important planform parameters could be considered, including aspect ratio, taper ratio, wing sweep, wing span, and root\tip chord length. After optimization using Non-dominated Sorting Genetic Algorithm 2, Pareto front was obtained. Results indicate that the method used is applicable and suitable in this case.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationProceedings of 2017 8th International Conference on Mechanical and Intelligent Manufacturing Technologies, ICMIMT 2017
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
Pages205-209
Number of pages5
ISBN (Electronic)9781538603772
DOIs
StatePublished - 2 May 2017
Event8th International Conference on Mechanical and Intelligent Manufacturing Technologies, ICMIMT 2017 - Cape Town, South Africa
Duration: 3 Feb 20176 Feb 2017

Publication series

NameProceedings of 2017 8th International Conference on Mechanical and Intelligent Manufacturing Technologies, ICMIMT 2017

Conference

Conference8th International Conference on Mechanical and Intelligent Manufacturing Technologies, ICMIMT 2017
Country/TerritorySouth Africa
CityCape Town
Period3/02/176/02/17

Keywords

  • Finite Element Analysis
  • Free Form Deformation
  • Multidisciplinary Optimization
  • planform

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