Dynamics Modeling Based on 3-D Representation

Contact Info Jeanette Le Research Systems 661-276-2044 Jeanette.Le@nasa.gov This project is under ITAR control.

Current aircraft simulation and modeling involves taking data from computation fluid dynamics evaluations or windtunnel experiments and then developing a model. NASA is interested in the ability to develop a 3-D model geometric model of an aircraft from early schematics or 2-D representations and generating a relatively accurate simulation. Ideally, an accurate simulation would be able to predict aerodynamic qualities of the aircraft, permitting modification and redesign without the expensive steps of physically modeling the aircraft. Previous simulation systems were simplistic in design and functionality and a more robust and reliable system is required.

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Keywords

Aerodynamics; Aircraft design; Aircraft performance; Aircraft systems; Computer programs; Development and testing; Flight simulation; Real-time; Simulation; Structural analysis; Structural dynamics

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