1. The study aimed to determine the required pilot stick force for the N219-B07 aircraft by varying the size of the aileron, nose balance, tabs, and horn balance. Lower stick force allows for easier control surface deflection, which is necessary for pitching and rolling.
2. Hinge moment coefficients were calculated based on equations that consider initial coefficient, angle of attack, control surface deflection, tab deflection, and other factors. Plots of these coefficients showed relationships with nose balance ratio, helping to optimize design.
3. Calculations were performed at different flight conditions to ensure stick force remained below 50 lbs as required. Optimal ratios were found to be 60% aileron chord,
This technical report investigates stabilisation techniques for an underground workshop at 2000m below surface in competent quartzite rock. It summarizes the analysis of potential rock support using various software programs. Examine 2D shows failure zones in the rock mass without support for both southwest and southeast tunnel orientations. RocSupport calculates support recommendations, finding that bolting with shotcrete provides adequate long-term stability with a factor of safety above 1. Additional steel sets or denser bolting may further improve stability. The report recommends the orientation and support be chosen based on the software analyses to ensure long-term stability of the excavation.
The document provides an analysis of the slope design for an open pit operation submitted by Andrews Surface-Design LTD. West Country Minerals conducted an independent review using software like DIPS, RocLab, RocPlane, and Slide. The analysis examined potential failure mechanisms like planar, wedge, and toppling failures. It also analyzed the stability of individual benches and the overall slope. The review found that some benches would fail without support but adding tension bolts could achieve the target safety factors, particularly if higher bolt tension is used for seismic conditions. Overall, the analysis found the slope design to be stable but recommended some amendments to bolt support and further sensitivity analysis.
This paper summarizes a computational fluid dynamics study of the aerodynamic performance of different front wing designs for a Formula SAE race car. The study used RANS simulations to analyze the downforce and drag produced by variations in the angle of attack and spacing of the wing elements. The results showed that a 5 degree angle of attack optimized the downforce to drag ratio. Increasing the spacing between wing elements also increased downforce by allowing momentum from one element to interact with the next element's boundary layer. Future work could involve parameterizing the wing geometry for shape optimization to further improve performance.
The document analyzes the stability and control of the Zivko Edge 540T aerobatic aircraft. It estimates key physical properties and determines equilibrium flight conditions. Non-dimensional stability derivatives are then calculated, showing the aircraft is longitudinally stable. Lateral stability is also analyzed, with the aircraft found to be laterally stable except for an unstable spiral mode. Dimensional derivatives are used to examine specific stability modes, with most modes stable except the spiral mode.
The document analyzes the effect of adding dimples to the surface of an airfoil wing. It discusses how dimples can delay flow separation and transition the boundary layer from laminar to turbulent, reducing pressure drag. The study models a wing with and without dimples using design software to analyze lift and drag at different angles of attack. The results show that a wing with dimples has an increased critical angle of stall and variations in lift and drag compared to a smooth wing. Future work could include building prototypes to validate the numerical analysis.
Improving the Hydraulic Efficiency of Centrifugal Pumps through Computational...IJERA Editor
The design and optimization of turbo machine impellers such as those in pumps and turbines is a highly complicated task due to the complex three-dimensional shape of the impeller blades and surrounding devices. Small differences in geometry can lead to significant changes in the performance of these machines. We report here an efficient numerical technique that automatically optimizes the geometry of these blades for maximum performance. The technique combines, mathematical modeling of the impeller blades using non-uniform rational B-spline (NURBS), Computational fluid dynamics (CFD) with Geometry Parameterizations in turbulent flow simulation and the Globalized and bounded Nelder-Mead (GBNM) algorithm in geometry optimization.
Taking ground effect into account a longitudinal automatic landing system is designed. Such a system will be tested and implemented on board by using the Preceptor N3 Ultrapup aircraft which is used as technological demonstrator of new control navigation and guidance algorithms in the context of the “Research Project of National Interest” (PRIN 2008) by the Universities of Bologna, Palermo, Ferrara and the Second University of Naples. A general mathematical model of the studied aircraft has been built to obtain non–linear analytical equations for aerodynamic coefficients both Out of Ground Effect and In Ground Effect. To cope with the strong variations of aerodynamic coefficients In Ground Effect a modified gain scheduling approach has been employed for the synthesis of the controller by using six State Space Models. Stability and control matrices have been evaluated by linearization of the obtained aerodynamic coefficients. To achieve a simple structure of the control system, an original landing geometry has been chosen, therefore it has been imposed to control the same state variables during both the glide path and the flare.
Fluid and structural modeling of cavitating propeller flowsPhuong Dx
This document summarizes previous research on modeling cavitating propeller flows and hydroelastic effects. It presents the objective to develop a coupled boundary element-finite element model to predict cavitation patterns and hydroelastic response of propellers. An overview is given of the boundary element formulation used, including the assumptions of potential, incompressible, and cavitating sheet flow. Boundary conditions at wetted surfaces and cavities are described. Validation with experiments is discussed.
This technical report investigates stabilisation techniques for an underground workshop at 2000m below surface in competent quartzite rock. It summarizes the analysis of potential rock support using various software programs. Examine 2D shows failure zones in the rock mass without support for both southwest and southeast tunnel orientations. RocSupport calculates support recommendations, finding that bolting with shotcrete provides adequate long-term stability with a factor of safety above 1. Additional steel sets or denser bolting may further improve stability. The report recommends the orientation and support be chosen based on the software analyses to ensure long-term stability of the excavation.
The document provides an analysis of the slope design for an open pit operation submitted by Andrews Surface-Design LTD. West Country Minerals conducted an independent review using software like DIPS, RocLab, RocPlane, and Slide. The analysis examined potential failure mechanisms like planar, wedge, and toppling failures. It also analyzed the stability of individual benches and the overall slope. The review found that some benches would fail without support but adding tension bolts could achieve the target safety factors, particularly if higher bolt tension is used for seismic conditions. Overall, the analysis found the slope design to be stable but recommended some amendments to bolt support and further sensitivity analysis.
This paper summarizes a computational fluid dynamics study of the aerodynamic performance of different front wing designs for a Formula SAE race car. The study used RANS simulations to analyze the downforce and drag produced by variations in the angle of attack and spacing of the wing elements. The results showed that a 5 degree angle of attack optimized the downforce to drag ratio. Increasing the spacing between wing elements also increased downforce by allowing momentum from one element to interact with the next element's boundary layer. Future work could involve parameterizing the wing geometry for shape optimization to further improve performance.
The document analyzes the stability and control of the Zivko Edge 540T aerobatic aircraft. It estimates key physical properties and determines equilibrium flight conditions. Non-dimensional stability derivatives are then calculated, showing the aircraft is longitudinally stable. Lateral stability is also analyzed, with the aircraft found to be laterally stable except for an unstable spiral mode. Dimensional derivatives are used to examine specific stability modes, with most modes stable except the spiral mode.
The document analyzes the effect of adding dimples to the surface of an airfoil wing. It discusses how dimples can delay flow separation and transition the boundary layer from laminar to turbulent, reducing pressure drag. The study models a wing with and without dimples using design software to analyze lift and drag at different angles of attack. The results show that a wing with dimples has an increased critical angle of stall and variations in lift and drag compared to a smooth wing. Future work could include building prototypes to validate the numerical analysis.
Improving the Hydraulic Efficiency of Centrifugal Pumps through Computational...IJERA Editor
The design and optimization of turbo machine impellers such as those in pumps and turbines is a highly complicated task due to the complex three-dimensional shape of the impeller blades and surrounding devices. Small differences in geometry can lead to significant changes in the performance of these machines. We report here an efficient numerical technique that automatically optimizes the geometry of these blades for maximum performance. The technique combines, mathematical modeling of the impeller blades using non-uniform rational B-spline (NURBS), Computational fluid dynamics (CFD) with Geometry Parameterizations in turbulent flow simulation and the Globalized and bounded Nelder-Mead (GBNM) algorithm in geometry optimization.
Taking ground effect into account a longitudinal automatic landing system is designed. Such a system will be tested and implemented on board by using the Preceptor N3 Ultrapup aircraft which is used as technological demonstrator of new control navigation and guidance algorithms in the context of the “Research Project of National Interest” (PRIN 2008) by the Universities of Bologna, Palermo, Ferrara and the Second University of Naples. A general mathematical model of the studied aircraft has been built to obtain non–linear analytical equations for aerodynamic coefficients both Out of Ground Effect and In Ground Effect. To cope with the strong variations of aerodynamic coefficients In Ground Effect a modified gain scheduling approach has been employed for the synthesis of the controller by using six State Space Models. Stability and control matrices have been evaluated by linearization of the obtained aerodynamic coefficients. To achieve a simple structure of the control system, an original landing geometry has been chosen, therefore it has been imposed to control the same state variables during both the glide path and the flare.
Fluid and structural modeling of cavitating propeller flowsPhuong Dx
This document summarizes previous research on modeling cavitating propeller flows and hydroelastic effects. It presents the objective to develop a coupled boundary element-finite element model to predict cavitation patterns and hydroelastic response of propellers. An overview is given of the boundary element formulation used, including the assumptions of potential, incompressible, and cavitating sheet flow. Boundary conditions at wetted surfaces and cavities are described. Validation with experiments is discussed.
This document discusses aerodynamics of high-lift devices used on aircraft wings. It describes various types of high-lift devices including flaps, slats, and spoilers. Flaps are installed on the trailing edge of the wing and increase lift by increasing wing camber. Slats are installed on the leading edge and prevent premature stalling. Spoilers are used for roll control and braking upon landing. The document provides details on how each device affects lift and discusses factors that influence their effectiveness such as wing design and airspeed.
This document discusses how aerodynamics can improve vehicle performance in various racing events by increasing downforce. Downforce pushes the tires into the road, allowing for increased cornering ability without a significant weight penalty. Analysis of the skid pad, slalom, and acceleration events shows that a car with an aerodynamic package could achieve faster lap times by producing higher lateral and transient lateral forces. While drag also increases with downforce, the calculations show the engine power is sufficient to overcome these forces for the speeds in these events. Therefore, an aerodynamic package has the potential to significantly improve performance.
Airfoil properties, shapes & structural dynamical features are described. Nomenclature or the classification types are presented along with the application.
Common methods for analysis of the structural dynamics on a wing or blade are presented along with the possible applications.
This document describes the design and optimization of a ground attack aircraft. It outlines the three phases of aircraft design: conceptual, preliminary, and detailed design. In the conceptual design phase, configurations like low wing, H-tail, and turbofan engines were selected. In preliminary design, parameters like maximum take-off weight, wing area, and engine thrust were estimated. The detailed design phase involves developing detailed designs for components like the wing, tail, fuselage, landing gear, and propulsion system. Design requirements are established and each component is optimized to meet the design goals.
IRJET- Particle Swarm Intelligence based Dynamics Economic Dispatch with Dail...IRJET Journal
This document presents a structural and modal analysis of the wing of a subsonic aircraft using ANSYS Workbench. The study analyzes the wing structure made of two materials, aluminum alloy and titanium alloy, under a pressure load of 500 Pa to determine which is best suited. A 3D model of the wing is created based on the NACA 4412 airfoil dimensions and meshed. Boundary conditions fixing one end and applying pressure are applied. For each material, the total deformation, equivalent stress, maximum principle stress, and equivalent strain are determined from the static structural analysis and compared to select the best material for withstanding the loads in wing design.
This document outlines the aerodynamic design process for a Formula Student race car. It discusses theory, conceptual wing designs, theoretical lift calculations, and experimental testing. The goal is to prove the benefits of front and rear wings for improving stability, braking, and cornering at low speeds. The design process involves baseline testing, flow visualization, selecting airfoil profiles, sizing wings, and conducting coast down and wind tunnel tests to evaluate downforce. Computational fluid dynamics simulations are also used to analyze pressure and velocity contours. The results will help determine the most effective wing designs for the low speeds of the Formula Student car.
Strategic design of aircraft wings have evolved over time for maximum fuel efficiency. One of such ideas involves winglet which has been known
to reduce turbulence at the tip of the wings. This study intends to investigate the
differences in drag and lift forces generated at aeroplane wings with and without winglet at cruising speed using FEM. Simulations were performed in the
SST turbulence model of CFD and the results are compared to that of the experimental and theoretical models. The simulation showed that the lift increased
by 26.0% and the drag decreased by 74.6% for the winglet at cruising speed.
Cfd study of formula 1 shark fins effect on the aerodynamic performance and ...Alejandro García Osorio
A small research carried out as a part of one of my MSc modules, focused on analysing the impact of these "polemic"
devices over the aerodynamic performance of the rear wing and general stability of a F1 racing car.
This document provides information about the design of strap footings. It begins with an overview of strap footings, noting they are used to connect an eccentrically loaded column footing to an interior column. The strap transmits moment caused by eccentricity to the interior footing to generate uniform soil pressure beneath both footings.
It then outlines the basic considerations for strap footing design: 1) the strap must be rigid, 2) footings should have equal soil pressures to avoid differential settlement, and 3) the strap should be out of contact with soil to avoid soil reactions. Finally, it provides the step-by-step process for designing a strap footing, including proportioning footing dimensions, evaluating soil pressures, designing reinforcement,
This document is a seminar report submitted by Dhanashree Manohar Waghmare on aircraft drag reduction techniques. The report contains an introduction on the importance of reducing aircraft drag. It then provides a literature review on relevant topics like aerodynamics, fluid mechanics, previous studies on drag reduction. The objectives are to study aerodynamic principles, forces on aircraft, types of drag and reduction methods. The body of the report discusses these topics in detail with diagrams. It covers concepts like aerodynamics, aircraft wings, forces, types of drag and techniques to reduce skin friction, lift-induced and wave drag. The report aims to provide a comprehensive overview of aircraft drag and methods to reduce it.
This document summarizes a student project analyzing the static and dynamic stability of the original Boeing 737-300 aircraft and a modified version where 10 feet was added to the passenger compartment. For the original aircraft, lumped mass models were created and used to calculate static stability parameters like coefficients of moment. The modified aircraft was found to have reduced static stability. Changes like decreasing vertical tail area by 20% and increasing dihedral angle were proposed to return stability to original levels. Dynamic stability was also analyzed, finding natural frequencies and damping ratios of longitudinal and lateral modes for the original aircraft.
This document discusses superelevation in InRoads V8i. It provides an overview of superelevation and how it is used to control roadway cross slopes on curves. It explains how to set up a template with the proper constraints for superelevation. It then demonstrates how to apply superelevation using the Table Method, including editing points along the superelevation control lines to achieve the desired results.
Fabrication & installation of thorp t 211 wingAswin Shankar
Our main aim is to implement the composite materials to the thorp T-211 wing by fabrication of the carbon fiber and aramid fiber by the process of lapping of the sandwich panels.
In the initial stage of manufacturing of the thorp T-211 wing was done with the metals like aluminum. Aluminum has more strength, corrosion resistant and also less weight. So, aluminum has used in all aircraft parts.
But, now the technology has been increased in the material science. So, there is a new material has introduced in the field of materials. That is composite material these materials, Light weight, Resistance to corrosion, High resistance to fatigue damage, reduced machining Tapered sections and compound contours easily accomplished, Can orientate fibers in direction of strength/stiffness needed.
2016 optimisation of front wing ground clearance - write upHashan Mendis
This document summarizes the optimization of a front wing for a Formula SAE race car to maximize downforce. Computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulations were performed in 2D and 3D using ANSYS CFX to determine the optimal ground clearance and flap angle of the rear wing element. The initial 2D simulations found maximum lift coefficient at 20° flap angle and 110 mm ground clearance. Further 3D simulations and design optimizations, such as adding plates and strakes, increased the lift coefficient by 30% overall. Key challenges involved obtaining converged solutions and longer simulation times in 3D due to increased complexity.
2016 optimisation a rear wing endplate in a rotating domainHashan Mendis
This document discusses the optimization of end plates on a rear wing for a Formula SAE race car through computational fluid dynamics simulations. It describes setting up models of the initial and modified end plate designs in both straight line and rotating flow domains. The simulations found that while the modified end plate design produced similar downforce and drag as the initial design in a straight line, it reduced side force by 20% in the rotating domain, indicating more efficient performance under yaw conditions. Mesh studies were conducted to ensure grid independence. The modified end plate design optimized the end plate shape to better manage the flow vortices and pressure distribution during cornering.
International Journal of Engineering Research and Applications (IJERA) is an open access online peer reviewed international journal that publishes research and review articles in the fields of Computer Science, Neural Networks, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Plastic Engineering, Food Technology, Textile Engineering, Nano Technology & science, Power Electronics, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Computational mathematics, Image processing, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Environmental Engineering, VLSI Testing & Low Power VLSI Design etc.
Optimisation of the design of uav wing j.alexander, Prakash, BSM Augustinesathyabama
The document discusses the optimization of the design of UAV wings. It analyzes two types of rectangular wings using aerodynamic and structural design methods. Aerodynamic analysis using vortex lattice modeling found lift coefficients for the wings. Structural analysis using CATIA found that using composite materials instead of isotropic materials reduced mass by 34%. The optimum design of each wing maximized strength while minimizing mass and displacement.
This document discusses a computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulation of flow over a NACA 0012 airfoil blade at different angles of attack. The simulation was performed using FLUENT software with a C-grid mesh. The results show that as the angle of attack increases, pressure on the lower surface increases while pressure on the upper surface decreases. This leads to an increase in the coefficient of lift, which rises linearly with increasing angle of attack. The study concludes that CFD simulation successfully captured how pressure and velocity vary over the airfoil as angle of attack changes.
An On-Situ Study of Stability Analysis on Slopes Using Undrained Shear Streng...IOSR Journals
The slope stability problems in residual soil are receiving increasing attention in recent years. The
stability of slope is one of the important criteria where consider worldwide for a wide range of engineering
projects. The rainfall seems to be the most common cause for landslide in residual soil slope. After a period of
continuous rainfall, soil becomes saturated and a wetting front is developed because of infiltration of rainwater
into the ground and into the slope surface respectively. The objective of the paper is to find threshold slope
based on undrained shear strength parameters.
The document provides an overview of the ASCE 7 provisions for determining wind loads on structures. It discusses the three main design methods in ASCE 7: the simplified procedure, analytical procedure, and wind tunnel procedure. Key terms covered include basic wind speed, exposure categories, importance factor, velocity pressure coefficients, gust factor, and pressure coefficients. It also summarizes how to determine internal and external wind pressures on building components using equations and diagrams from ASCE 7.
IRJET-Subsonic Flow Study and Analysis on Rotating Cylinder AirfoilIRJET Journal
This document presents a study on modifying the lift characteristics of a conventional symmetrical airfoil (NACA 0012) by adding a rotating cylinder. A numerical analysis and computational fluid dynamics simulation were conducted. Two cases were considered: a cylinder with 13mm diameter located at the 0.125 chord point, and a 15mm cylinder at the 0.25 chord point. The presence of a rotating cylinder was found to significantly increase the airfoil's lift at zero angle of attack through momentum injection, by up to 100%. It also delayed stall characteristics. The document outlines the methodology, including the airfoil geometry, range of air velocities and cylinder rotation speeds studied, and equations used to model static and total pressure.
Numerical Analysis of Lift & Drag Performance of NACA0012 Wind Turbine AerofoilIRJET Journal
This document discusses numerical analysis of lift and drag performance for a NACA0012 wind turbine airfoil. Two airfoil models were analyzed: one with a regular surface and another with circular dimples added to the upper surface. Computational fluid dynamics software was used to calculate the coefficient of lift and drag at various angles of attack. The results showed that adding dimples to the upper surface increased the lift to drag ratio compared to the regular airfoil surface, indicating improved aerodynamic performance from controlling flow separation with the dimples.
This document discusses aerodynamics of high-lift devices used on aircraft wings. It describes various types of high-lift devices including flaps, slats, and spoilers. Flaps are installed on the trailing edge of the wing and increase lift by increasing wing camber. Slats are installed on the leading edge and prevent premature stalling. Spoilers are used for roll control and braking upon landing. The document provides details on how each device affects lift and discusses factors that influence their effectiveness such as wing design and airspeed.
This document discusses how aerodynamics can improve vehicle performance in various racing events by increasing downforce. Downforce pushes the tires into the road, allowing for increased cornering ability without a significant weight penalty. Analysis of the skid pad, slalom, and acceleration events shows that a car with an aerodynamic package could achieve faster lap times by producing higher lateral and transient lateral forces. While drag also increases with downforce, the calculations show the engine power is sufficient to overcome these forces for the speeds in these events. Therefore, an aerodynamic package has the potential to significantly improve performance.
Airfoil properties, shapes & structural dynamical features are described. Nomenclature or the classification types are presented along with the application.
Common methods for analysis of the structural dynamics on a wing or blade are presented along with the possible applications.
This document describes the design and optimization of a ground attack aircraft. It outlines the three phases of aircraft design: conceptual, preliminary, and detailed design. In the conceptual design phase, configurations like low wing, H-tail, and turbofan engines were selected. In preliminary design, parameters like maximum take-off weight, wing area, and engine thrust were estimated. The detailed design phase involves developing detailed designs for components like the wing, tail, fuselage, landing gear, and propulsion system. Design requirements are established and each component is optimized to meet the design goals.
IRJET- Particle Swarm Intelligence based Dynamics Economic Dispatch with Dail...IRJET Journal
This document presents a structural and modal analysis of the wing of a subsonic aircraft using ANSYS Workbench. The study analyzes the wing structure made of two materials, aluminum alloy and titanium alloy, under a pressure load of 500 Pa to determine which is best suited. A 3D model of the wing is created based on the NACA 4412 airfoil dimensions and meshed. Boundary conditions fixing one end and applying pressure are applied. For each material, the total deformation, equivalent stress, maximum principle stress, and equivalent strain are determined from the static structural analysis and compared to select the best material for withstanding the loads in wing design.
This document outlines the aerodynamic design process for a Formula Student race car. It discusses theory, conceptual wing designs, theoretical lift calculations, and experimental testing. The goal is to prove the benefits of front and rear wings for improving stability, braking, and cornering at low speeds. The design process involves baseline testing, flow visualization, selecting airfoil profiles, sizing wings, and conducting coast down and wind tunnel tests to evaluate downforce. Computational fluid dynamics simulations are also used to analyze pressure and velocity contours. The results will help determine the most effective wing designs for the low speeds of the Formula Student car.
Strategic design of aircraft wings have evolved over time for maximum fuel efficiency. One of such ideas involves winglet which has been known
to reduce turbulence at the tip of the wings. This study intends to investigate the
differences in drag and lift forces generated at aeroplane wings with and without winglet at cruising speed using FEM. Simulations were performed in the
SST turbulence model of CFD and the results are compared to that of the experimental and theoretical models. The simulation showed that the lift increased
by 26.0% and the drag decreased by 74.6% for the winglet at cruising speed.
Cfd study of formula 1 shark fins effect on the aerodynamic performance and ...Alejandro García Osorio
A small research carried out as a part of one of my MSc modules, focused on analysing the impact of these "polemic"
devices over the aerodynamic performance of the rear wing and general stability of a F1 racing car.
This document provides information about the design of strap footings. It begins with an overview of strap footings, noting they are used to connect an eccentrically loaded column footing to an interior column. The strap transmits moment caused by eccentricity to the interior footing to generate uniform soil pressure beneath both footings.
It then outlines the basic considerations for strap footing design: 1) the strap must be rigid, 2) footings should have equal soil pressures to avoid differential settlement, and 3) the strap should be out of contact with soil to avoid soil reactions. Finally, it provides the step-by-step process for designing a strap footing, including proportioning footing dimensions, evaluating soil pressures, designing reinforcement,
This document is a seminar report submitted by Dhanashree Manohar Waghmare on aircraft drag reduction techniques. The report contains an introduction on the importance of reducing aircraft drag. It then provides a literature review on relevant topics like aerodynamics, fluid mechanics, previous studies on drag reduction. The objectives are to study aerodynamic principles, forces on aircraft, types of drag and reduction methods. The body of the report discusses these topics in detail with diagrams. It covers concepts like aerodynamics, aircraft wings, forces, types of drag and techniques to reduce skin friction, lift-induced and wave drag. The report aims to provide a comprehensive overview of aircraft drag and methods to reduce it.
This document summarizes a student project analyzing the static and dynamic stability of the original Boeing 737-300 aircraft and a modified version where 10 feet was added to the passenger compartment. For the original aircraft, lumped mass models were created and used to calculate static stability parameters like coefficients of moment. The modified aircraft was found to have reduced static stability. Changes like decreasing vertical tail area by 20% and increasing dihedral angle were proposed to return stability to original levels. Dynamic stability was also analyzed, finding natural frequencies and damping ratios of longitudinal and lateral modes for the original aircraft.
This document discusses superelevation in InRoads V8i. It provides an overview of superelevation and how it is used to control roadway cross slopes on curves. It explains how to set up a template with the proper constraints for superelevation. It then demonstrates how to apply superelevation using the Table Method, including editing points along the superelevation control lines to achieve the desired results.
Fabrication & installation of thorp t 211 wingAswin Shankar
Our main aim is to implement the composite materials to the thorp T-211 wing by fabrication of the carbon fiber and aramid fiber by the process of lapping of the sandwich panels.
In the initial stage of manufacturing of the thorp T-211 wing was done with the metals like aluminum. Aluminum has more strength, corrosion resistant and also less weight. So, aluminum has used in all aircraft parts.
But, now the technology has been increased in the material science. So, there is a new material has introduced in the field of materials. That is composite material these materials, Light weight, Resistance to corrosion, High resistance to fatigue damage, reduced machining Tapered sections and compound contours easily accomplished, Can orientate fibers in direction of strength/stiffness needed.
2016 optimisation of front wing ground clearance - write upHashan Mendis
This document summarizes the optimization of a front wing for a Formula SAE race car to maximize downforce. Computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulations were performed in 2D and 3D using ANSYS CFX to determine the optimal ground clearance and flap angle of the rear wing element. The initial 2D simulations found maximum lift coefficient at 20° flap angle and 110 mm ground clearance. Further 3D simulations and design optimizations, such as adding plates and strakes, increased the lift coefficient by 30% overall. Key challenges involved obtaining converged solutions and longer simulation times in 3D due to increased complexity.
2016 optimisation a rear wing endplate in a rotating domainHashan Mendis
This document discusses the optimization of end plates on a rear wing for a Formula SAE race car through computational fluid dynamics simulations. It describes setting up models of the initial and modified end plate designs in both straight line and rotating flow domains. The simulations found that while the modified end plate design produced similar downforce and drag as the initial design in a straight line, it reduced side force by 20% in the rotating domain, indicating more efficient performance under yaw conditions. Mesh studies were conducted to ensure grid independence. The modified end plate design optimized the end plate shape to better manage the flow vortices and pressure distribution during cornering.
International Journal of Engineering Research and Applications (IJERA) is an open access online peer reviewed international journal that publishes research and review articles in the fields of Computer Science, Neural Networks, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Plastic Engineering, Food Technology, Textile Engineering, Nano Technology & science, Power Electronics, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Computational mathematics, Image processing, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Environmental Engineering, VLSI Testing & Low Power VLSI Design etc.
Optimisation of the design of uav wing j.alexander, Prakash, BSM Augustinesathyabama
The document discusses the optimization of the design of UAV wings. It analyzes two types of rectangular wings using aerodynamic and structural design methods. Aerodynamic analysis using vortex lattice modeling found lift coefficients for the wings. Structural analysis using CATIA found that using composite materials instead of isotropic materials reduced mass by 34%. The optimum design of each wing maximized strength while minimizing mass and displacement.
This document discusses a computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulation of flow over a NACA 0012 airfoil blade at different angles of attack. The simulation was performed using FLUENT software with a C-grid mesh. The results show that as the angle of attack increases, pressure on the lower surface increases while pressure on the upper surface decreases. This leads to an increase in the coefficient of lift, which rises linearly with increasing angle of attack. The study concludes that CFD simulation successfully captured how pressure and velocity vary over the airfoil as angle of attack changes.
An On-Situ Study of Stability Analysis on Slopes Using Undrained Shear Streng...IOSR Journals
The slope stability problems in residual soil are receiving increasing attention in recent years. The
stability of slope is one of the important criteria where consider worldwide for a wide range of engineering
projects. The rainfall seems to be the most common cause for landslide in residual soil slope. After a period of
continuous rainfall, soil becomes saturated and a wetting front is developed because of infiltration of rainwater
into the ground and into the slope surface respectively. The objective of the paper is to find threshold slope
based on undrained shear strength parameters.
The document provides an overview of the ASCE 7 provisions for determining wind loads on structures. It discusses the three main design methods in ASCE 7: the simplified procedure, analytical procedure, and wind tunnel procedure. Key terms covered include basic wind speed, exposure categories, importance factor, velocity pressure coefficients, gust factor, and pressure coefficients. It also summarizes how to determine internal and external wind pressures on building components using equations and diagrams from ASCE 7.
IRJET-Subsonic Flow Study and Analysis on Rotating Cylinder AirfoilIRJET Journal
This document presents a study on modifying the lift characteristics of a conventional symmetrical airfoil (NACA 0012) by adding a rotating cylinder. A numerical analysis and computational fluid dynamics simulation were conducted. Two cases were considered: a cylinder with 13mm diameter located at the 0.125 chord point, and a 15mm cylinder at the 0.25 chord point. The presence of a rotating cylinder was found to significantly increase the airfoil's lift at zero angle of attack through momentum injection, by up to 100%. It also delayed stall characteristics. The document outlines the methodology, including the airfoil geometry, range of air velocities and cylinder rotation speeds studied, and equations used to model static and total pressure.
Numerical Analysis of Lift & Drag Performance of NACA0012 Wind Turbine AerofoilIRJET Journal
This document discusses numerical analysis of lift and drag performance for a NACA0012 wind turbine airfoil. Two airfoil models were analyzed: one with a regular surface and another with circular dimples added to the upper surface. Computational fluid dynamics software was used to calculate the coefficient of lift and drag at various angles of attack. The results showed that adding dimples to the upper surface increased the lift to drag ratio compared to the regular airfoil surface, indicating improved aerodynamic performance from controlling flow separation with the dimples.
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Fluid-Structure Interaction Over an Aircraft WingIJERDJOURNAL
ABSTRACT:- Aircraft is a brilliant man-made structure which helps us to fly over the world. At the same time, aircraft is a complex structure to be checked and maintained for the aero elasticity due to aerodynamic properties. In this paper, the fluid-structure interaction problem in super critical NASA SC(2)-0412 airfoil is discussed. The main aim of this project is to find the best performance and deformation limit of the wing on different Mach numbers. This project is completely done by numerical methods of designing the wing using CATIA and flow properties in Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) method. Finally, the structural analysis for deformation is analysed in ANSYS. The analytical approach of fluid-structure interaction over an Aircraft wing is complex.
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LEMBAR PENGESAHAN INDUSTRI
Telah disetujui dan disahkan oleh
PT. DIRGANTARA INDONESIA(IAe)
Bandung, 28 Juli 2016
Aileron Hinge Moment and Optimization due to Varying Control Surface
Sizing
Menyetujui:
PEMBIMBING
MOCHAMAD DADY MA’MUN
NIK. 930427
ATASAN PEMBIMBING
D.JUNITO TIKUPASANG
NIK. 1930895
Mengetahui:
An. KEPALA DIVISI PENGEMBANGAN SDM
MANAGER PENDIDIKAN DAN PELATIHAN
Dipl. Ing. Imam Suwarto, MSAe.
NIK. 822811
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Aileron Hinge Moment and Optimization due to
Varying Control Surface Sizing
Handy Tjenatho
PT. Dirgantara Indonesia
Arizona State University, Tempe, Arizona 85281
The main objective of this study was to determine the required pilot’s stick force for N219-
B07 aircraft while varying the size of aileron, nose balance, tabs and horn balance. It was
important to obtain lower stick force so that surface deflection could be controlled easily.
Surface deflection of the wing was necessary for aircraft to pitch and roll. In order to obtain
the required stick force, the hinge moment coefficient had to be found. The steps used to
determine the stick force of B219-B07 aircraft were introduced by the book written by Dr. Jan
Roskam. In order to further prove the calculation, the stick force at 5 different possible
cruising aircraft conditions were determined. The stick force at these conditions had to be
lower than the required regulation from CASR23 (below 50lbs). Since the stick force was
dependent on the horn and nose balance ratio, the plots of force vs nose balance ratio and
force vs horn balance ratio would then be drawn. These plots were useful in determining the
required ratio of the nose and horn balance in order to prevent the stick force to be more than
50lbs. The results obtained from this study showed that the size of the flaperon and tabs had
to be 60% and 20% of the total chord respectively with nose balance ratio of 0.27.
3. 3
Table of Content
I. Nomenclature 4
II. Introduction 5
III. Procedure 7
IV. Result 13
V. Conclusion and Recommendation 19
VI. Reference 21
VII. Appendix 22
4. 4
Nomenclature
MAC = mean aerodynamic chord
𝐶ℎ = coefficient of hinge moment
𝐶ℎ𝑜 = initial coefficient of hinge moment
𝐶ℎ𝛼 = coefficient of hinge moment due to angle of attack
𝐶ℎ𝛿 = coefficient of hinge moment due to control surface deflection
𝐶ℎ𝛿𝑡 = coefficient of hinge moment due to ta deflection
𝛼 = angle of attack
𝛿 = control surface deflection
𝛿𝑡 = tab deflection
𝐴𝑅 = aspect ratio
(𝐶ℎ𝛼)𝑀 = coefficient of hinge moment due to Mach number
M = Mach number
𝑐ℎ𝛿𝑎 = coefficient of hinge moment due to aileron deflection
𝛼𝛿 = angle of attack due to surface deflection
𝐶𝑏 = distance from hinge line to the leading edge of control surface
𝐶𝑓 = distance from hinge line to the trailing edge of control surface
𝐶ℎ𝛿𝑠𝑡 = coefficient of hinge moment due to servo deflection
𝛿𝑠𝑡 = servo tab deflection
𝛼𝛿𝑠𝑡 = tab deflection
𝑐𝑙𝛼 = lift-curve slope
HM = hinge moment
𝐶𝑎 = aileron chord
𝑆𝑎 = aileron surface area
ƿ = density
𝐹 = force
𝐺𝑅 = gear ratio
𝑉𝑀𝐶𝐴 = minimum control speed in free air
𝑉 = velocity
𝐾𝐸𝐴𝑆 = equivalent airspeed in knot
5. 5
I. Introduction
Hinge moment is one of the vital components which has to be considered while designing an
aircraft. Each control surface in an aircraft would have hinge moments. These control surfaces
may include aileron, trim tab, rudder, elevator, etc. The hinge moments produced by the hinges
due to particular deflection of control surface decide the force needed by the pilot to control the
aircraft in lateral or longitudinal direction. This happens due to the fact that the pilot has to counter
the moment produced by the hinges in order to deflect the surfaces so that the pilot could maintain
the control over the aircraft easily. As the hinge moment increases, it requires the pilot to produce
more force on the stick in order to obtain pitching, rolling or yawing maneuver.
During the time spent at PT. Dirgantara Indonesia, a task of determining the hinge moment of
N219-B07 due to varying size of aileron, nose balance, tabs and horn balance had to be solved.
Deflections of surfaces in wing such as ailerons and tabs were responsible in allowing the aircraft
to pitch and roll. The hinge moment analysis was done three-dimensionally by taking into account
the actual geometry of the control surface prepared in a report done by Farida Rachmayanti with
a title “N219 B12 Geometrical Definition” (1). The wing plan-form could be seen on table 1.
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Table 1 and 2 showed the basic wing
geometry which were necessary to predict the
hinge moment of the aileron. The information
given would then be used to approximate the force
required for the pilot to deflect control surfaces in
order to create maneuvers. If necessary, the wing
and aileron planforms could be altered in order to
give a better maneuver to the aircraft.
In order to assist the stability and control over
N219 aircraft, servo and trim tabs were installed on both wings. Servo tab was the surface which
helped the aircraft in reducing the stick force by deflecting the surface itself opposite to the
direction of aileron deflection. Servo tab was important especially for small aircraft to improve the
pitching ability. This was because smaller aircraft could not fully rely on its elevator to produce
pitching moment due to shorter moment arm. On the other hand, trim tab was the surface that
helped the aircraft in reducing its stick force back to zero. Trim tab was used when the aircraft
was flying steadily. The graphical representation of the servo and trim tabs could be seen from
fig. 1.
Table 1. N219 B12 Wing Planform(1)
Table 2. N219 Flaperon Geometry(1)
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II. Procedures
In order to predict the force required by the pilot to deflect a control surface, the hinge moment
coefficient caused by deflecting the particular surface has to be determined. The total hinge
moment at a particular control surface could be modeled as:
𝐶ℎ = 𝐶ℎ𝑜 + 𝐶ℎ𝛼 . 𝛼 + 𝐶ℎ𝛿. 𝛿 + 𝐶ℎ𝛿𝑡. 𝛿𝑡(2)
(1)
The equation shown in eq.1 could be used to predict the hinge moment at any control surface
including rudder, elevator and aileron. For wings specifically, five different hinge moment
components have to be taken into consideration, such as initial hinge moment, hinge moment
due to change in angle of attack, hinge moment due to deflection of aileron, trim tab and servo
tab. By looking at eq. 1, it could be said that in order to reduce the total hinge moment of the
control surface, the values of 𝐶ℎ𝛼, 𝐶ℎ𝛿 or 𝐶ℎ𝛿𝑡 had to be reduced. This could be done by
modifying the surface geometry such as the area of flaps and tabs, and the aspect ratio and
sweep of the wing. This statement could be further supported by looking at these following
equations:
𝐶ℎ𝛼 = [
𝐴𝑅 𝑐𝑜𝑠˄
𝑐
4
𝐴𝑅 + 2𝑐𝑜𝑠˄
𝑐
4
] (𝐶ℎ𝛼)𝑀 + 𝛥𝐶ℎ𝛼(2) (2)
Figure 1. N219 2D Flaperon Geometry(1)
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Where,
(𝐶ℎ𝛼)𝑀 =
( 𝐶ℎ𝛼)𝑏𝑎𝑙
(1−𝑀2)0.5(2)
(3)
In which, the value of ( 𝐶ℎ𝛼)𝑏𝑎𝑙 with varying balance ratio had been tested out by Dr. Jan Roskam.
Dr. Jan Roskam tested different shapes of surface nose. This was done due to the fact that
different nose shapes could affect the fluid flow along the aileron in different ways. The value of
( 𝐶ℎ𝛼)𝑏𝑎𝑙 was modeled as could be seen from fig. 2 (Roskam).
Same thing was done when 𝐶ℎ𝛿𝑎 was being calculated, where:
𝐶ℎ𝛼 = (𝑐𝑜𝑠˄
𝑐
4
) (𝑐𝑜𝑠˄ℎ𝑙)
∗ [(𝑐ℎ𝛿𝑎)𝑀
+ 𝛼𝛿(𝐶ℎ𝛼)𝑀 {
2 cos
𝑐
4
𝐴𝑅 + 2𝑐𝑜𝑠˄
𝑐
4
}]
+ 𝛥𝑐ℎ𝛿𝑎(2)
(4)
In which, the value of (𝐶ℎ𝛼)𝑀 was modeled from eq. 3, (𝑐ℎ𝛿𝑎)𝑀 was modeled from eq. 5 and
𝛼𝛿 was extracted from fig. 4.
(𝐶ℎ𝛿)𝑀 =
( 𝐶ℎ𝛿)𝑏𝑎𝑙
(1−𝑀2)0.5(2)
(5)
Where the value of ( 𝐶ℎ𝛿)𝑏𝑎𝑙 was extracted from, fig. 3
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From fig. 2 and fig. 3, it was clearly shown
that the nose balance of the control surface
played an important role in determining 𝐶ℎ𝛼 and
𝐶ℎ𝛿. Although it seemed that higher nose
balance would result in better 𝐶ℎ𝛼 and 𝐶ℎ𝛿, an
important attention should be taken to the shape
of the surface nose. Higher nose balance would
mean that the length of Cb would be longer than
the length of Cf which might cause a disturbance
in the flow of the fluid(3). A graphical
representation of high nose balance could be
seen in fig. 5.
By calculating the hinge moment due to the effects of angle of attack and aileron deflection,
the prediction of hinge moment trend with varying angle of attack could be determined. However,
this design of the wing would not be as efficient due to the fact that servo tab was not included in
the calculation. According to CASR certification, N219 shall have a maximum stick force of 50lb
for the pilot to produce(3). Servo tab’s main task was to reduce the force produced by the pilot by
Figure 2. Plots of ( 𝑪𝒉𝜶)𝒃𝒂𝒍 vs Balance Ratio(2) Figure 3. Plots of ( 𝑪𝒉𝜹)𝒃𝒂𝒍 vs Balance Ratio(2)
Figure 4. Plots 𝜶𝜹 vs Flap Deflection(2)
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deflecting its surface opposite to the direction of
aileron deflection. For N219 specifically, the gear
ratio of aileron deflection to servo tab deflection
was 0.5. This was proven to be efficiently
reducing the hinge moment, which would also
then reduce the force required for the pilot to give
a pitching moment to the aircraft. The graphical
representation of servo tab could be seen from
fig. 6. The hinge moment coefficient caused by
servo tab could also be modeled as:
𝐶ℎ𝛿𝑠𝑡 = (𝐶ℎ𝛿𝑠𝑡)𝑐𝑙, 𝛿𝑎 − {(𝐶ℎ𝑐𝑙)𝛿𝑠𝑡, 𝛿𝑎}
∗ {(𝑐𝑙𝛼)𝛿𝑠𝑡, 𝛿𝑎}
∗ {(𝛼𝛿𝑠𝑡)𝑐𝑙, 𝛿𝑎} (2)
(6)
Where (𝐶ℎ𝛿𝑠𝑡)𝑐𝑙, 𝛿𝑎, (𝐶ℎ𝑐𝑙)𝛿𝑠𝑡, 𝛿𝑎 and (𝛼𝛿𝑠𝑡)𝑐𝑙, 𝛿𝑎 could be extracted from fig. 7, fig. 8 and fig. 9
respectively. From the airfoil selection, it was also known that the value of (𝑐𝑙𝛼)𝛿𝑠𝑡, 𝛿𝑎 was set to
be 0.12(3).
Figure 5. Graphical Representation of High
Nose Balance
Figure 7. Plots of (𝑪𝒉𝜹𝒔𝒕)𝒄𝒍, 𝜹𝒂 vs Cf/C(2)Figure 6. Servo tab deflection(3)
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The figures shown from fig. 7 to fig. 9 clearly showed that the values of (𝐶ℎ𝛿𝑠𝑡)𝑐𝑙, 𝛿𝑎,
(𝐶ℎ𝑐𝑙)𝛿𝑠𝑡, 𝛿𝑎 and (𝛼𝛿𝑠𝑡)𝑐𝑙, 𝛿𝑎 were related to the size of the servo tab’s and flap’s sizes.
When the aircraft was supposed to fly steadily, the pilot would need to have a trim
condition in order to lessen their work. This could be done by the addition of trim tab. By trimming
the aircraft, the pilot would produce zero force on the stick which made the aircraft to be in a stick-
free condition. The same calculation model as servo tab was used while calculating the hinge
moment coefficient of the trim tab. The dimension of the trim tab relative to the chord length was
similar to the servo tab. The only difference was that trim tab deflection might not necessarily be
in a ratio of aileron deflection. Trim tab could be set in any angle of deflection as long as it would
bring the force required by the pilot back to zero. It was also important to know that trim tab shall
not be deflected for more than 15 degrees. When an aircraft had to have trim tab deflected for
more than 15 degrees, the aircraft was said to be not efficient in terms of its stability.
By having these done, plots could be generated by using eq. 1 where cho was set to be 0.0013.
This was necessary in order to find the trend of hinge moment coefficient along different angles
of attack. The effect of different aileron deflections might also be plotted under one plot to see the
difference between each deflection.
Hinge moment of the aileron could further be determined once its coefficient had been found
out. It could be done by:
Figure 8. Plots of (𝑪𝒉𝒄𝒍)𝜹𝒔𝒕, 𝜹𝒂 vs Cf/C(2) Figure 9. Plots of (𝜶𝜹𝒔𝒕)𝒄𝒍, 𝜹𝒂 vs Ct/C(2)
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𝐻𝑚 = 𝑐ℎ ∗ ƿ ∗ 𝐶𝑎 ∗ 𝑆𝑎(3)
(7)
Once the hinge moment had been found, the pilot stick force could be calculated by:
𝐹 = 𝐻𝑚 ∗ 𝐺𝑅(3)
(8)
With this being done, plots of force vs cb/cf with different tab sizes could be drawn to determine
the tab and aileron’s nose sizes that would perfectly match the trim condition as well as the
regulation that requires a maximum pilot stick force of 50lbs (CASR 23). It was advised that the
nose balance ratio shall be as low as possible to prevent flow disturbance. The size of the aileron
could also be modified in order to further support the required objectives. In order to further
convince the result, different horn balance sizes could be studied. This was done by plotting force
vs cf in order to point out the best size of flap with regards to the size of the local chord.
The credibility of the results obtained could be tested by calculating the force at certain
conditions which the aircraft was usually flying in. These conditions might include when the aircraft
was flying at VMCA, crosswind, roll and DA trim.
The aircraft flying at this condition had different flying characteristics. The important variables
that varied were aileron deflection, speed and the angle of attack. These variables were one of
the vital components which decided the amount of stick force required for the pilot to create
maneuver. It was important to ensure that the aircraft which was flying at these conditions had
similar or better characteristics as what was being determined in the general observation done by
using eq. 1 to eq. 8. For better time management, calculation of hinge moment for roll rate
requirement could be the only condition which was being observed. This was possible to be done
due to the fact that the hinge moment produced at this condition was the highest among the other
conditions. This also meant that during this condition, the possibility for the force to be greater
than what was expected at the same nose balance ratio could be larger. In order to calculate the
force from eq. 8, the calculation of hinge moment had to be done by using eq. 7 where the value
of ch was being extracted from the plot of cha vs alpha with varying aileron deflections. The main
aim of calculating the hinge moment and force at these conditions was just to make sure that the
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aircraft would still fulfill the trim and regulation requirements while the aircraft was flying at any
specific case.
III. Results
Using the methods done by Dr. Jan Roskam, the following results were obtained,
Shown in fig. 10 and fig. 11 were the trend of
aileron hinge moment coefficient with increasing
angle of attack and varying aileron deflection. As
could be seen, the magnitude of the coefficient
lowered by small amount when tabs were
installed. The plots also showed that the
magnitude of its hinge moment would tend to increase as the angle of attack moved away from 0
degree. When the aileron was deflected in a positive angle, the hinge moment produced would
be in a clockwise direction. A graphical representation could be seen from fig 12.
Figure 10. Aileron hinge moment coefficient vs
alpha (without tabs)
Figure 11. Aileron hinge moment coefficient vs
alpha (with servo and trim tabs)
Figure 12. Positive aileron deflection(3)
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Shown in fig. 13 and fig. 14 were the effect of hinge moment and stick force due to different
nose balance ratio. According to CASR 23, the maximum stick force that the pilot could produce
had to be 50lbs. From fig. 14, in order for the aircraft to have a maximum stick force of 50lbs, the
nose balance ratio was required to be at least 0.38. This ratio might be more than expected. As
mentioned, a high nose balance ratio would probably cause a disturbance in the flow.
Servo tabs were then installed to the aileron. Servo tab worked in such a way that it would
reduce the pilot stick force by deflecting its surface opposite to the deflection of aileron. It would
help the aircraft to have more pitching moment. The effect of installation of servo tabs and trim
tabs could be seen from fig. 15 and fig. 16.
Figure 13. Aileron hinge moment with varying
nose balance ratio (without tabs)
Figure 14. Stick force required with varying
nose balance ratio (without tabs)
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Fig. 15 and fig. 16 showed the stick force required by the pilot to create a pitching moment
when there were addition of servo tabs and trim tabs respectively. In fig. 15, it clearly proved that
the addition of servo tabs would bring down the nose balance ratio required to produce a
maximum force of 50lbs to 0.27 when the size of the servo tabs was 20% of the total chord. On
the other hand, an aircraft that flew in trim had to have a stick-free condition. This could be done
by reducing the stick force to zero. Trim tab was the surface that would help to fulfill this condition.
As could be seen from fig. 16, trim tabs reduced the stick force to zero with the same nose balance
ratio and tab size. Varying size of horn balance could also affect the ability of the aircraft to
produce pitching moment. The trend could be seen in fig. 17 and fig. 18.
Figure 15. Stick force required with varying
nose balance ratio at different servo tab
geometry
Figure 16. Stick force required with varying
nose balance ratio at different trim tab geometry
(with servo tabs and trim tabs)
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According to fig. 17 and fig. 18, the best horn balance ratio supposed to be in the range of
0.65 to 0.67. By having the horn balance designed as mentioned, the aircraft would likely satisfy
the required CASR 23.
In order to further prove the calculation, different cases which the aircrafts were usually flying
should be studied. These cases include:
- VMCA, where: 𝛿𝑎= 8.9 deg, V=73 KEAS, α= 5 deg, Cha= 0.15(3)
- Tameness, where: 𝛿𝑎= 8.5 deg, V=81.6 KEAS, α= 2.8 deg, Cha= 0.056(3)
- Crosswind capability, where: 𝛿𝑎= 7.2 deg, V=77.3 KEAS, α= -3 deg, Cha= 0.05(3)
- DA trim requirement, where: 𝛿𝑎= 2 deg, V=90 KEAS, α= 4 deg, Cha= 0.073(3)
- Roll rate, where: 𝛿𝑎= 2 deg, V=220 KEAS, α=-1 deg, Cha= 0.03(3)
The aileron hinge moment and stick force for given conditions could be calculated by using
eq. 7 and eq. 8 respectively. Fig. 11 was used to determine the hinge moment coefficient given
its 𝛿𝑎 and α. The results of stick force at particular cases due to installation of servo and trim tabs
could be seen from fig. 19 to fig. 28.
Figure 17. Stick force required with varying
horn balance ratio (with servo tab)
Figure 18. Stick force required with varying
horn balance ratio (with servo and trim tabs)
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Figure 19. Stick force required with varying
nose balance ratio at different servo tab
geometry (Crosswind capability)
Figure 20. Stick force required with varying
nose balance ratio at different trim tab geometry
(Crosswind capability)
Figure 21. Stick force required with varying
nose balance ratio at different servo tab
geometry (DA trim)
Figure 22. Stick force required with varying
nose balance ratio at different trim tab geometry
(DA trim)
18. 18
Figure 23. Stick force required with varying
nose balance ratio at different servo tab
geometry (Roll rate)
Figure 24. Stick force required with varying
nose balance ratio at different trim tab geometry
(Roll rate)
Figure 25. Stick force required with varying
nose balance ratio at different servo tab
geometry (Tameness)
Figure 26. Stick force required with varying
nose balance ratio at different trim tab geometry
(Tameness)
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Fig. 19 to fig. 28 showed the required stick forces for different cases when the aircrafts were
cruising, with varying nose balance ratio. It was observed that in all cases, the pilot stick force
had always been lower than 50lbs when the nose balance ratio and tab size were 0.27 and 20%
respectively. The results shown from fig. 19 to fig.28 further proved that the nose balance ratio of
0.27 and tab size of 20% would fulfill the CASR requirement.
IV. Conclusion & Recommendation
The result observed from this method prediction showed that different aileron configurations
could result in different amount of hinge moment produced. This happened due to the fact that
hinge moment of the control surface had always been influenced by the flight condition and
geometry of the wing components themselves. By looking at all plots and equations used in this
studies, we would be able to see that different nose and horn balance ratio, servo and trim tab
sizes and also flaperon size would affect the efficiency of the aileron. It was found from fig. 15
and 16 that increasing nose balance ratio and tab size would result in lower stick force needed
from the pilot. However, it was also important to know that high nose balance ratio would tend to
Figure 27. Stick force required with varying
nose balance ratio at different servo tab
geometry (VMCA)
Figure 28. Stick force required with varying
nose balance ratio at different trim tab geometry
(VMCA)
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disturb the fluid flow along the airfoil. Servo tab could be considered as one of the vital
components of the wing due to its ability to reduce the hinge moment and increase pitching ability
by deflecting its surface opposite to the direction of aileron deflection. This was done so that the
aircraft would be able to produce more pitching moment with lesser stick force needed.
After going through different possible flaperon sizes, it was found that the best flaperon size
had to be 60 percent of the total chord of the wing. By considering the fluid flowing throughout the
wing, a proper nose balance ratio was also set to be 0.27 with trim and servo tab size of 20% of
the total chord of the wing. As known, CASR required any aircraft to have a maximum stick force
to be 50lbs which could be fulfilled by having such wing configuration. The credibility of the size
of the wing components was also being tested throughout 5 different cases such as VMCA,
tameness, crosswind capability, DA trim and roll rate requirement. On these cases, the result also
showed that the required pilot stick force would be lesser than 50lbs when the same wing
geometry was used.
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Reference:
1. Rachmayanti, Farida. "N219 B12 Geometrical Definition." (2015): n. pag. Web. 19 June
2016.
2. Roskam, J. (1987). Preliminary Calculation of Aerodynamic, Thrust and Power
Characteristics (Vol. 7). Lawrence, KS: The University of Kansas.
3. Dady, M. (2009, August 30). TECHNICAL NOTE FOR PREDICTION HINGE
MOMENT AND AERODYNAMIC BALANCING OF N219-B07 AIRCRAFT.
Retrieved June 19, 2016.
4. Stick Free Characteristics. (n.d.). Retrieved June 22, 2016.
5. Etkin, Bernard and Reid, Lloyd Duff. Dynamics of Flight Stability and Control, 3rd
Edition, John Wiley & Sons, 1996.Cari lagi kalo ada
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plot(angle,chtotalm30)
hold on
plot(angle,chtotalm20)
hold on
plot(angle,chtotalm10)
hold on
plot(angle,chtotal0)
hold on
plot(angle,chtotal10)
hold on
plot(angle,chtotal20)
hold on
plot(angle,chtotal30)
hold off
grid on
xlabel('Angle of Attack')
ylabel('Cha')
legend('da=-30','da=-20','da=-10','da=0','da=10','da=20','da=30')
title('Cha vs Angle of Attack with Difference in Deflection Angles of
Aileron')
figure(2)
plot(angle,chtotalm301)
hold on
plot(angle,chtotalm201)
hold on
plot(angle,chtotalm101)
hold on
plot(angle,chtotal01)
hold on
plot(angle,chtotal101)
hold on
plot(angle,chtotal201)
hold on
plot(angle,chtotal301)
hold off
grid on
xlabel('Angle of Attack')
ylabel('Cha')
legend('da=-30','da=-20','da=-10','da=0','da=10','da=20','da=30')
title('Cha Without Trim Tab vs Angle of Attack with Differece in Deflection
Angles of Aileron')
%hinge moment calc at different scenarios
AR=9.16;
angle=linspace(-20,20,5);
aoa=linspace(-20,20,5);
coss=-0.784;%*(180/pi);
coshl=-2.757;%*(180/pi);
chab=0.98*(pi/180);
chdb=0.94*(pi/180);
chcl=-0.126; %-0.11; %cf/c 67%
26. 26
hold on
plot(varycbcf,force015)
hold on
plot(varycbcf,force02)
hold on
plot(varycbcf,force025)
hold on
plot(varycbcf,force03)
hold on
plot(varycbcf,force035)
hold on
plot(varycbcf,force04)
hold off
grid on
legend('Stab 10%','Stab 15%','Stab 20%','Stab 25%','Stab 30%','Stab
35%','Stab 40%')
xlabel('nose balance')
ylabel('F(lb)')
title('Aileron force due to servo tab effect')
varychtotaltab011=-(0.0013+(varycha.*-1)+(varychd0*2)+(chdt01*1)+(chdt01*1));
varychtotaltab0151=-(0.0013+(varycha.*-
1)+(varychd0*2)+(chdt015*1)+(chdt015*1));
varychtotaltab021=-(0.0013+(varycha.*-1)+(varychd0*2)+(chdt02*1)+(chdt02*1));
varychtotaltab0251=-(0.0013+(varycha.*-
1)+(varychd0*2)+(chdt025*1)+(chdt025*1));
varychtotaltab031=-(0.0013+(varycha.*-1)+(varychd0*2)+(chdt03*1)+(chdt03*1));
varychtotaltab0351=-(0.0013+(varycha.*-
1)+(varychd0*2)+(chdt035*1)+(chdt035*1));
varychtotaltab041=-(0.0013+(varycha.*-1)+(varychd0*2)+(chdt04*1)+(chdt04*1));
% varychtotaltab011=(-((0.0013+(varycha.*1)+(varychd0*2))+(chdt01*3)));
% varychtotaltab0151=(-((0.0013+(varycha.*1)+(varychd0*2))+(chdt015*3)));
% varychtotaltab021=(-((0.0013+(varycha.*1)+(varychd0*2))+(chdt02*3)));
% varychtotaltab0251=(-((0.0013+(varycha.*1)+(varychd0*2))+(chdt025*3)));
% varychtotaltab031=(-((0.0013+(varycha.*1)+(varychd0*2))+(chdt03*3)));
% varychtotaltab0351=(-((0.0013+(varycha.*1)+(varychd0*2))+(chdt035*3)));
% varychtotaltab041=(-((0.0013+(varycha.*1)+(varychd0*2))+(chdt04*3)));
hm011=varychtotaltab011.*0.5*1.225*(108.1^2)*2*1.096*0.382;
hm0151=varychtotaltab0151.*0.5*1.225*(108.1^2)*2*1.096*0.382;
hm021=varychtotaltab021.*0.5*1.225*(108.1^2)*2*1.096*0.382;
hm0251=varychtotaltab0251.*0.5*1.225*(108.1^2)*2*1.096*0.382;
hm031=varychtotaltab031.*0.5*1.225*(108.1^2)*2*1.096*0.382;
hm0351=varychtotaltab0351.*0.5*1.225*(108.1^2)*2*1.096*0.382;
hm041=varychtotaltab041.*0.5*1.225*(108.1^2)*2*1.096*0.382;
force011=hm011*2.07;
force0151=hm0151*2.07;
force021=hm021*2.07;
force0251=hm0251*2.07;
force031=hm031*2.07;
force0351=hm0351*2.07;
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force041=hm041*2.07;
% chtotalm301=(0.0013+(cha.*aoa)+(chdm30*-30));
% chtotalm201=(0.0013+(cha.*aoa)+(chdm20*-20));
% chtotalm101=(0.0013+(cha.*aoa)+(chdm10*-10));
% chtotal101=(0.0013+(cha.*aoa)+(chd10*10));
% chtotal201=(0.0013+(cha.*aoa)+(chd20*20));
% chtotal301=(0.0013+(cha.*aoa)+(chd30*30));
% figure(1)
% plot(varycbcf,hm0)
%
% figure(2)
% plot(varycbcf,force)
% grid on
figure (4)
plot(varycbcf,force011)
hold on
plot(varycbcf,force0151)
hold on
plot(varycbcf,force021)
hold on
plot(varycbcf,force0251)
hold on
plot(varycbcf,force031)
hold on
plot(varycbcf,force0351)
hold on
plot(varycbcf,force041)
hold off
grid on
legend('Ttab 10%','Ttab 15%','Ttab 20%','Ttab 25%','Ttab 30%','Ttab
35%','Ttab 40%')
xlabel('nose balance')
ylabel('F(lb)')
title('Aileron force due to servo tab and trim tab effect')
AR=9.16;
angle=linspace(-20,20,5);
aoa=linspace(-20,20,5);
coss=-0.784;%*(180/pi);
coshl=-2.757;%*(180/pi);
chab=0.98*(pi/180);
chdb=0.94*(pi/180);
chcl=-0.126; %-0.11; %cf/c 67%
cladt=0.12;
adtcl01=-0.37;
adtcl015=-0.45;
adtcl02=-0.5;
adtcl025=-0.56;
adtcl03=-0.62;
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figure (4)
plot(varycbcf,force011)
hold on
plot(varycbcf,force0151)
hold on
plot(varycbcf,force021)
hold on
plot(varycbcf,force0251)
hold on
plot(varycbcf,force031)
hold on
plot(varycbcf,force0351)
hold on
plot(varycbcf,force041)
hold off
grid on
legend('Ttab 10%','Ttab 15%','Ttab 20%','Ttab 25%','Ttab 30%','Ttab
35%','Ttab 40%')
xlabel('nose balance')
ylabel('F(lb)')
title('Aileron force due to servo tab and trim tab effect')