Computational unsteady aerodynamics for aeroelastic analysis

This report summarizes the status of computational unsteady aerodynamics methods for aeroelastic analysis and makes recommendations for future research activities. The flight conditions for which various types of flows exist are described and the aeroelastic phenomena that can occur in those flight regimes are discussed. Some important aeroelastic problems of current interest are described, and the aerodynamic methods needed to analyze them are presented. The capabilities and limitations of existing unsteady aerodynamics methods are discussed. Computer resources required to perform aeroelastic analysis of various flight vehicle configurations are presented. Recommendations for future research are made, and schedules for completion of proposed research tasks are presented.