This paper describes a scalable structural model suitable for Hybrid Wing Body (HWB) centerbody analysis and optimization. The geometry of the centerbody and primary wing structure is based on a Vehicle Sketch Pad (VSP) surface model of the aircraft and a FLOPS compatible parameterization of the centerbody. Structural analysis, optimization, and weight calculation are based on a Nastran finite element model of the primary HWB structural components, featuring centerbody, mid section, and outboard wing. Different centerbody designs like single bay or multi-bay options are analyzed and weight calculations are compared to current FLOPS results. For proper structural sizing and weight estimation, internal pressure and maneuver flight loads are applied. Results are presented for aerodynamic loads, deformations, and centerbody weight.
Finite Element Based HWB Centerbody Structural Optimization and Weight Prediction
53rd AIAA/ASME/ASCE/AHS/ASC Structures, Structural Dynamics and Materials Conference ; 2012 ; Honolulu, HI, United States
2012-04-23
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Finite Element Based HWB Centerbody Structural Optimization and Weight Prediction
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