This chapter reviews the theoretical basis of plasma actuation, aerodynamic applications of plasma actuators, the aerodynamics of the UCAV 1303 aircraft configuration, and studies on the modification of the flow structure over the UCAV 1303 configuration using plasma actuation. The most important considerations for UAV configuration decision are perhaps that a canard configuration minimises trim drag, and offers trade‐offs between stability and manoeuvrability. The canard configuration is an appealing alternative to conventional aft tailplane stabilisers in the design of novel UAVs. Novel UAV technologies have enabled innovative airframe concepts to be introduced, for reasons of fuel efficiency, aircraft‐noise signature attenuation and reduced maintenance costs. New aerodynamic technologies prioritise flow control and flapless designs in place of traditional hinged control surfaces. The integration of flapless aerodynamic technologies in blended wing‐body (BWB) aircraft is expected to play a crucial role in the research programmes that will lead to the next generation of UAVs.


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    Title :

    Aerodynamics of UAV Configurations


    Contributors:


    Publication date :

    2017-04-03


    Size :

    16 pages




    Type of media :

    Article/Chapter (Book)


    Type of material :

    Electronic Resource


    Language :

    English







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