A structural design study was made, based on a 1975 level of technology, to assess the relative merits of structural concepts and materials for an advanced supersonic transport cruising at Mach 2.7. Preliminary studies were made to insure compliance of the configuration with general design criteria, to integrate the propulsion system with the airframe, to select structural concepts and materials, and to define an efficient structural arrangement. An advanced computerized structural design system was used, in conjunction with a relatively large, complex finite element model, for detailed analysis and sizing of structural members to satisfy strength and flutter criteria. A baseline aircraft design was developed for assessment of current technology and for use in future studies of aerostructural trades, and application of advanced technology. Criteria, analysis methods, and results are presented.


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    Title :

    Study of Structural Design Concepts for an Arrow Wing Supersonic Transport Configuration, Volume 1. Tasks 1 and 2


    Publication date :

    1976


    Size :

    216 pages


    Type of media :

    Report


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English