Computational aerodynamics applications to transport aircraft designExamples are cited in assessing the effect that computational aerodynamics has had on the design of transport aircraft. The application of computational potential flow methods to wing design and to high-lift system design is discussed. The benefits offered by computational aerodynamics in reducing design cost, time, and risk are shown to be substantial.These aerodynamic methods have proved to be particularly effective in exposing inferior or poor aerodynamic designs. Particular attention is given to wing design, where the results have been dramatic.
Document ID
19830060684
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Henne, P. A. (Douglas Aircraft Co. Long Beach, CA, United States)