This paper examines the use of a Variable Camber Continuous Trailing Edge Flap (VCCTEF) system for aeroservoelastic optimization of a transport wingbox. The quasisteady and unsteady motions of the flap system are utilized as design variables, along with patch-level structural variables, towards minimizing wingbox weight via maneuver load alleviation and active flutter suppression. The resulting system is, in general, very successful at removing structural weight in a feasible manner. Limitations to this success are imposed by including load cases where the VCCTEF system is not active (open-loop) in the optimization process, and also by including actuator operating cost constraints.


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    Title :

    Static and Dynamic Aeroelastic Tailoring With Variable Camber Control


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    Conference:

    AIAA 2016 Science and Technology Forum ; 2016 ; San Diego, CA, United States


    Publication date :

    2016-01-04


    Type of media :

    Conference paper


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English