Investigation of an elastoflexible morphing wing configuration

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Abstract

This paper considers the experimental investigation of a morphing wing using an elastic membrane for the lifting surface to allow large variations of the planform. Measurements of the membrane deflection of two different wing configurations at various flow conditions (i.e. dynamic pressure and angle of attack) are presented to provide insight into the complex flow-structure interaction mechanisms governing the behavior of the wing and help optimizing its aerodynamic performances. The results allow identifying the relative influence of the aerodynamic, geometric and structural parameters of the wing on the membrane deflection. In particular, the non-linearity of the interaction between the aerodynamic load and the membrane deflection is pointed out.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationStructural Membranes 2011 - 5th International Conference on Textile Composites and Inflatable Structures
Pages340-351
Number of pages12
StatePublished - 2011
Event5th International Conference on Textile Composites and Inflatable Structures, Structural Membranes 2011 - Barcelona, Spain
Duration: 5 Oct 20117 Oct 2011

Publication series

NameStructural Membranes 2011 - 5th International Conference on Textile Composites and Inflatable Structures

Conference

Conference5th International Conference on Textile Composites and Inflatable Structures, Structural Membranes 2011
Country/TerritorySpain
CityBarcelona
Period5/10/117/10/11

Keywords

  • Adaptive wing
  • Experimental methods
  • Membrane wing

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