A decomposition and multidisciplinary optimization methodology for aircraft design is presented, based on multilevel optimization and use of global sensitivity equations to account for interdisciplinary effects. A brief study of a hypersonic cruise vehicle is developed to illustrate methodology. The vehicle is sized for minimum take-off gross weight considering aerodynamics, structures, and mission performance.
Optimization of aircraft configurations in a multidisciplinary environment
ICAS Congress
1990-01-01
Aufsatz (Konferenz)
Keine Angabe
Englisch
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