Aerodynamics-based forward-swept wing structure optimization

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Aerodynamics-based forward-swept wing structure optimization

Jinxian Li 1*
  • 1 Ningbo University of Technology/Wayne State University    
  • *corresponding author Neo.Jinxian.Li0110@stu.sqxy.edu.cn
Published on 25 September 2023 | https://doi.org/10.54254/2755-2721/10/20230134
ACE Vol.10
ISSN (Print): 2755-273X
ISSN (Online): 2755-2721
ISBN (Print): 978-1-83558-009-7
ISBN (Online): 978-1-83558-010-3

Abstract

This paper reviews and evaluates the most recent studies on forward-swept wing technology. A number of experimental plans and applications for forward-swept wing aircraft have been produced as a result of the study of forward-swept wings, the investigation of aerodynamic circumstances, and the creation of related designs. The related theories and exposed problems of the forward-swept wing aircraft, such as the problem of aeroelastic divergence, structural strength, and the descent of transonic flight state, are gradually solved. It will be demonstrated that forward-swept wing aircraft have outstanding aerodynamic performance in subsonic flight. In comparison to current aircraft, it may gain more controllability advantages, enhance low-speed controllability, increase aerodynamic efficiency in a variety of flying scenarios, decrease stall speed, making the aircraft less likely to enter the spiral state, and increase safety and dependability. The research in the field of forward swept wing will increase the possibility of successful development and practical use of forward swept wing aircraft.

Keywords:

forward-swept wing, aeroelastic divergence, aerodynamic profile

Li,J. (2023). Aerodynamics-based forward-swept wing structure optimization. Applied and Computational Engineering,10,297-306.
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References

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Li,J. (2023). Aerodynamics-based forward-swept wing structure optimization. Applied and Computational Engineering,10,297-306.

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References

[1]. Moore M, “X-29 Forward Swept Wing Aerodynamic Overview.” In Applied Aerodynamics Conference. Danvers, MA,U. S. A. : American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics, 1983.

[2]. Risse, K, Anton, E, Lammering, T, Franz, K, Hoernschemeyer, R. (2012). An Integrated Environment for Preliminary Aircraft Design and Optimization. 53rd AIAA/ASME/ASCE/ AHS/ASC Structures, Structural Dynamics and Materials Conference, Honolulu, Hawaii.

[3]. Risse, K, (2016) “Preliminary Overall Aircraft Design with Hybrid Laminar Flow Control”, Ph. D. dissertation, RWTH Aachen University, see also: Shaker, Aachen, Dec. 2016.

[4]. Chiozzotto, G. P. (2017). Initial Weight Estimate of Advanced Transport Aircraft Concepts Considering Aeroelastic Effects. 55th AIAA Aerospace Sciences Meeting, Texas, USA.

[5]. Kruse, M, Wunderlich, T, Heinrich, L. (2012) A Conceptual Study of a Transonic NLF Transport Aircraft with Forward Swept Wings. 30th AIAA Applied Aerodynamics Conference, New Orleans, USA.

[6]. Seitz A, Hübner A, Risse K. (2019) The DLR TuLam project: design of a short and medium range transport aircraft with forward swept NLF wing, CEAS Aeronautical Journal, pp. 111.

[7]. Tremolet, A, Gauvrit-Ledogar, J, Brevault, L, Defoort S, Morel, F, (2019), Multidisciplinary Overall Aircraft Design and Optimisation of Blended Wing Body Configurations, 1 - 4 July 2019, Madrid, Spain.

[8]. Sgueglia, A, Schmollgruber, P, Bartoli, N, Atinault, O, Benard, E, Morlier, J. (2018) . Exploration and Sizing of a Large Passenger Aircraft with Distributed Ducted Electric Fans. 2018 AIAA Aerospace Sciences Meeting, Kissimmee, USA.

[9]. Neal D A, Good M G, Johnston C O, Robertshaw H H, Mason W H and Inman D J 2004 45th AIAA/ASME/ASCE/AHS/ASC Structures, Structural Dynamics & Material Conf. p 1727.

[10]. Secanell M, Suleman A. Gamboa P 2005 46th AIAA/ASME/ASCE/AHS/ASC Structures, Structural Dynamics and Materials Conf. p 1891.

[11]. Chen Q, Bai P, Ying WL, Leng JS, Liu ZQ 2010 Acta Aerodynamica Sinica vol 28 p 46.

[12]. Swaim RL, Newman BA 1985 Journal of Guidance Control & Dynamics vol 9 p 352.

[13]. Northrop Grumman Corporation 1999 Aircraft with variable forward-swept wing USA, US5984231.

[14]. Yoshimoto, M, and Uchiyama. N, “Optimization of Canard Surface Positioning of Supersonic Business Jet for Low Boom and Low Drag Design,” AIAA Paper 2003-3576, January 2012.

[15]. Ueno, A, and Makino, Y, “Low-Boom and Low-Drag Design of Small Supersonic Transport Considering Propulsion Airframe Integration,” JAXA-RM-18-001E, 2018.

[16]. Sriram K. Rallabhandi, Wu, L, and Karl, G, “Boom-Constrained Drag Minimization for Design of Supersonic Concepts,” 48th AIAA Aerospace Sciences Meeting and Exhibit, Aerospace Sciences Meetings, AIAA-2010-844.

[17]. Horinouchi, S, “Conceptual Design of a Low Boom SSBJ,” 43rd AIAA Aerospace Sciences Meeting and Exhibit, Aerospace Sciences Meetings, AIAA-2005-1018, 2005.

[18]. Kishi, Y, Kanazaki, M, and Makino, Y, “Numerical Investigation of Sonic Boom Strength for Forward-Swept Wing Based on Euler Equation and Augmented Burgers Equation”, 48th Fluid Dynamics Conference/36th Aerospace Numerical Simulation Symposium, 2018 (in Japanese).