Optimization, design and testing for morphing leading edge

2020 ◽  
pp. 095440622094188
Author(s):  
Yu Yang ◽  
Zhigang Wang ◽  
Binwen Wang ◽  
Shuaishuai Lyu
Keyword(s):  
Optimization Design ◽  
Design Method ◽  
Leading Edge ◽  
Optimization Method ◽  
Collaborative Optimization ◽  
Noise Abatement ◽  
Deformation Control ◽  
Design Variables ◽  
Weight Penalty

Wing's morphing leading edge, drooping in a seamless way, has significant potential for noise abatement and drag reduction. Innovative design methods for compliant skin and internal actuating mechanism, respectively, are proposed and validated through a mockup in this paper. For the skin, a collaborative optimization method is presented, which takes all design variables, continuous and discrete, into account simultaneously. Moreover, to overcome the drawback of conventional algorithm, which is insufficient for deformation control in critical regime, weight penalty is imposed on present objective function. On the other hand, an internal kinematic actuating mechanism is designed from an improved concept, of which positions of level-rod hinges are optimized in a larger zone to fit the deflection requirement. The test of mockup validates the above methods, and excellent morphing quality of the compliant skin proves the advancement of the collaborative optimization method. However, the design method of internal actuating mechanism needs further improvement, and the error induced deteriorates the final morphing quality of the mockup.

Study on Optimization Design of a Hoist Roller

2011 ◽  
Vol 415-417 ◽  
pp. 460-463
Author(s):  
Li Liu ◽  
Hong Xia Liu
Keyword(s):  
Optimization Design ◽  
Design Method ◽  
Plate Thickness ◽  
Optimization Method ◽  
Practical Significance ◽  
Application Software ◽  
Side Plate ◽  
Design Variables ◽  
Programming Software ◽  
Set Up

In the design of wrapping hoist, the roller strength is always a larger problem. In this paper, diameter, wall thickness and side plate thickness of the roller were selected as design variables, and volume of the roller acts as object function. Through analyzing its inner stresses, the mechanical model and mathematical model were set up. Adopting the optimization method of covering complex and VB programming software, an application software of a hoist roller optimization design was got. An example is used to verify correctness and practicability of the software. This optimization design method has practical significance on reducing the weight and material of a hoist roller.

Optimization Design of Cantilever Supporting Structure

2013 ◽  
Vol 357-360 ◽  
pp. 2410-2413
Author(s):  
Wei Xu ◽  
Jian Sheng Feng ◽  
Fei Fei Feng
Keyword(s):  
Genetic Algorithm ◽  
Optimization Design ◽  
Design Method ◽  
Optimal Solution ◽  
Optimization Method ◽  
Original Design ◽  
Supporting Structure ◽  
Primary Object ◽  
Design Variables ◽  
Optimum Solution

The primary object of this fundamental research is to reveal the application of genetic algorithm improved on the optimization design of cantilever supporting structure. In order to meet the strength of pile body and pile top displacement as well as design variables subjected to constraint, an algorithm is carried on to seek the optimum solution and relevant examples by means of comprehensively considering the effects on center-to-center spacing between piles,pile diameter and quantity of distributed steel, which is taken the lowest engineering cost as objective function. Through the comparison of the optimized scheme and original design, this fruitful work provides explanation to the effectiveness of genetic algorithm in optimization design. These findings of the research lead to the conclusion that the shortcomings of traditional design method is easy to fall into local optimal solution. The new optimization method can overcome this drawback.

scholarly journals Optimization Design of I-Type Plastic Extrusion Die Based on Flow Balance

2014 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 694-698 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hai-Feng Fang ◽  
Li-Hua Cai ◽  
Ming-Qiang Wang ◽  
Qi Wang ◽  
De-Fang He
Keyword(s):  
Flow Velocity ◽  
Optimization Design ◽  
Design Method ◽  
Optimization Method ◽  
Mean Flow ◽  
Transition Section ◽  
Average Flow Velocity ◽  
Advantages And Disadvantages ◽  
Extrusion Die ◽  
Design Variables

With the I-type plastic extrusion die for example, the advantages and disadvantages between the traditional design method and optimization design method were compared. The design was studied via finite element numeric analysis combined with optimization, whose objective was the equal average flow velocity of each sub-field of profile cross section at extrusion die. And the optimization design was studied by tacking the thickness of the entrance of transition section and the sectional dimension of forming section as the design variables. An example was provided to illustrate the optimization method proposed above. Results showed that the flow nonuniformity index could be reduced almost 9% and the mean flow velocity could be improved 28% by optimizing the design variables such as the thickness of the entrance of transition section and the sectional dimension of forming section.

Sensitivity data driven optimal design for steel frame tall buildings

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Chenyun Zhang ◽  
Yong Huang ◽  
Xin Zhao ◽  
Jinlun Cai
Keyword(s):  
Optimization Design ◽  
High Efficiency ◽  
Design Method ◽  
Tall Buildings ◽  
Steel Structure ◽  
Optimization Method ◽  
Sensitivity Coefficient ◽  
Optimization Techniques ◽  
Sensitivity Coefficients ◽  
Design Variables

<p>Structural design generally involves hundreds of design variables and multiple constraints in practical engineering projects, nevertheless, traditional optimization techniques are failed to meet the engineering requirements for solving the optimization problem with high efficiency and accuracy. In this paper, a single driven constraint optimization method based on constraint sensitivity is presented for high-rise steel structure. The design method takes the sensitivity coefficient as the reference index for the optimization design of components to ensure proper compliance and redundancy requirements. An effective incremental analysis method is applied for the calculation of sensitivity coefficients within constraints and design variables. Sensitivity coefficients based material redistribution of components is carried out to make the structure achieve the optimization objective on the premise of satisfying all the design constraints.</p>

A Dynamic Optimization Design Method for the Turbine Engine Frame Foundation

2012 ◽  
Vol 226-228 ◽  
pp. 784-787
Author(s):  
Zhao Jun Li ◽  
Xi Cheng Wang
Keyword(s):  
Dynamic Optimization ◽  
Optimization Design ◽  
Optimization Problems ◽  
Design Method ◽  
Kriging Model ◽  
Optimization Method ◽  
Turbine Engine ◽  
Design Variables ◽  
Side Constraints ◽  
Dynamic Reanalysis

An effective optimization method using Kriging model and parametric sampling evaluation strategy is proposed to solve dynamic optimization design. The optimization problem is to find the design variables such that the structural weight is minimum and dynamic displacement of the points concerned plus certain side constraints are satisfied. The types of design variables are considered as the sizing variables of the beams and columns. Kriging model is used to build the approximate mapping relationship between the forced vibration amplitude and design variables, reducing expensive dynamic reanalysis. A dynamic analysis program is used as black-box to obtain dynamic response. Numerical examples show that the method has good accuracy and efficiency. Versatility of this method can be expected to play an important role in future engineering optimization problems.

scholarly journals A Comprehensive Optimization Design Method of Aerodynamic, Acoustic, and Stealth of Helicopter Rotor Blades Based on Genetic Algorithm

2019 ◽  
Vol 2019 ◽  
pp. 1-12 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mingxu Yi ◽  
Yalin Pan ◽  
Jun Huang ◽  
Lifeng Wang ◽  
Dawei Liu
Keyword(s):  
Genetic Algorithm ◽  
Optimization Design ◽  
Design Method ◽  
Integrated Design ◽  
Optimization Method ◽  
Rotor Blades ◽  
Helicopter Rotor ◽  
Optimization Approach ◽  
Design Variables ◽  
Helicopter Rotor Blades

In this paper, a comprehensive optimization approach is presented to analyze the aerodynamic, acoustic, and stealth characteristics of helicopter rotor blades in hover flight based on the genetic algorithm (GA). The aerodynamic characteristics are simulated by the blade element momentum theory. And the acoustics are computed by the Farassat theory. The stealth performances are calculated through the combination of physical optics (PO) and equivalent currents (MEC). Furthermore, an advanced geometry representation algorithm which applies the class function/shape function transformation (CST) is introduced to generate the airfoil coordinates. This method is utilized to discuss the airfoil shape in terms of server design variables. The aerodynamic, acoustic, and stealth integrated design aims to achieve the minimum radar cross section (RCS) under the constraint of aerodynamic and acoustic requirement through the adjustment of airfoil shape design variables. Two types of rotor are used to illustrate the optimization method. The results obtained in this work show that the proposed technique is effective and acceptable.

scholarly journals Design of a Variable-Stiffness Compliant Skin for a Morphing Leading Edge

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (7) ◽  
pp. 3165
Author(s):  
Zhigang Wang ◽  
Yu Yang
Keyword(s):  
Composite Laminate ◽  
Large Scale ◽  
Design Method ◽  
Leading Edge ◽  
Variable Stiffness ◽  
Manufacturing Constraints ◽  
Aircraft Wing ◽  
Noise Abatement ◽  
Civil Aircraft ◽  
Final Profile

A seamless and smooth morphing leading edge has remarkable potential for noise abatement and drag reduction of civil aircraft. Variable-stiffness compliant skin based on tailored composite laminate is a concept with great potential for morphing leading edge, but the currently proposed methods have difficulty in taking the manufacturing constraints or layup sequence into account during the optimization process. This paper proposes an innovative two-step design method for a variable-stiffness compliant skin of a morphing leading edge, which includes layup optimization and layup adjustment. The combination of these two steps can not only improve the deformation accuracy of the final profile of the compliant skin but also easily and effectively determine the layup sequence of the composite layup. With the design framework, an optimization model is created for a variable-stiffness compliant skin, and an adjustment method for its layups is presented. Finally, the deformed profiles between the directly optimized layups and the adjusted ones are compared to verify its morphing ability and accuracy. The final results demonstrate that the obtained deforming ability and accuracy are suitable for a large-scale aircraft wing.

Optimization Research on Dynamic Balance of Spatial Engine under Limiting Shaking Moment

2009 ◽  
Vol 626-627 ◽  
pp. 693-698
Author(s):  
Yong Yong Zhu ◽  
S.Y. Gao
Keyword(s):  
Mathematical Model ◽  
Objective Function ◽  
Kinetic Analysis ◽  
Optimization Design ◽  
Design Method ◽  
Dynamic Balance ◽  
Optimized Design ◽  
Design Variables ◽  
The Mathematical Model ◽  
Shaking Moment

Dynamic balance of the spatial engine is researched. By considering the special wobble-plate engine as the model of spatial RRSSC linkages, design variables on the engine structure are confirmed based on the configuration characters and kinetic analysis of wobble-plate engine. In order to control the vibration of the engine frame and to decrease noise caused by the spatial engine, objective function is choosed as the dimensionless combinations of the various shaking forces and moments, the restriction condition of which presents limiting the percent of shaking moment. Then the optimization design is investigated by the mathematical model for dynamic balance. By use of the optimization design method to a type of wobble-plate engine, the optimization process as an example is demonstrated, it shows that the optimized design method benefits to control vibration and noise on the engines and improve the performance practically and theoretically.

A new jig-shape optimization method for the high aspect ratio wing

2018 ◽  
Vol 91 (1) ◽  
pp. 124-133
Author(s):  
Zhe Yuan ◽  
Shihui Huo ◽  
Jianting Ren
Keyword(s):  
Aspect Ratio ◽  
Shape Optimization ◽  
High Aspect Ratio ◽  
Optimization Design ◽  
Design Method ◽  
Aircraft Design ◽  
Optimization Method ◽  
Attack Angle ◽  
Structural Deformation ◽  
Content Type

Purpose Computational efficiency is always the major concern in aircraft design. The purpose of this research is to investigate an efficient jig-shape optimization design method. A new jig-shape optimization method is presented in the current study and its application on the high aspect ratio wing is discussed. Design/methodology/approach First, the effects of bending and torsion on aerodynamic distribution were discussed. The effect of bending deformation was equivalent to the change of attack angle through a new equivalent method. The equivalent attack angle showed a linear dependence on the quadratic function of bending. Then, a new jig-shape optimization method taking integrated structural deformation into account was proposed. The method was realized by four substeps: object decomposition, optimization design, inversion and evaluation. Findings After the new jig-shape optimization design, both aerodynamic distribution and structural configuration have satisfactory results. Meanwhile, the method takes both bending and torsion deformation into account. Practical implications The new jig-shape optimization method can be well used for the high aspect ratio wing. Originality/value The new method is an innovation based on the traditional single parameter design method. It is suitable for engineering application.

Based on ANSYS APDL Language Moving Blade Adjustable Axial Flow Fan Optimization Design

2013 ◽  
Vol 655-657 ◽  
pp. 435-444
Author(s):  
Dong Xia Niu ◽  
Xian Yi Meng ◽  
Ai Hua Zhu
Keyword(s):  
Optimization Design ◽  
Lift Coefficient ◽  
Axial Flow ◽  
Optimization Method ◽  
Structure Parameters ◽  
Continuous Variables ◽  
State Variables ◽  
Axial Flow Fan ◽  
Installation Angle ◽  
Design Variables

In the case of multiple loading conditions, a moving blade adjustable axial flow fan structure parameters are optimized by ANSYS. It is to achieve greater efficiency and less noise for the optimization goal. For different conditions, establish efficiency, noise comprehensive objective function using weighted coefficient method. Select impeller diameter, the wheel hub ratio, leaf number, lift coefficient, speed as design variables, Choose blade installation Angle, the wheel hub place dynamic load coefficient, cascade consistency, allowable safety coefficient as optimization of the state variables. Design variables contain continuous variables and discrete variable. Through the optimization method, we get the optimal structure parameters finally. And at the same time get the corresponding optimal blade installation Angle,under different working conditions.

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