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A novel lattice-based design and analysis of inflatable wing

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Abstract

To solve the light-weight of near space aircraft, this paper proposes a novel concept named as Lattice-Based Inflatable Wing (LBIW). Some tensioned cables are attached between the upper and lower skins to control the three-dimensional shape of the wing. Analyzing the stress distribution of the inner tensioned cables, it is beneficial to obtain an intrinsic relationship among the stress of the tensioned cables, the pressure and the thickness of the skin. Based on this relationship, a reasonable design scheme is put forward. In order to grasp the morphing characteristics of LBIW, experimental and numerical simulation approaches are adopted. This paper establishes a detailed finite element model and puts emphasis on solving the intricate nonlinear geometry and the influence on LBIW under different inflation pressure. The non-contact tests are performed to validate the concept design and the simulations in the end.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication54th AIAA/ASME/ASCE/AHS/ASC Structures, Structural Dynamics and Materials Conference
DOIs
StatePublished - 2013
Event54th AIAA/ASME/ASCE/AHS/ASC Structures, Structural Dynamics and Materials Conference - Boston, MA, United States
Duration: 8 Apr 201311 Apr 2013

Publication series

Name54th AIAA/ASME/ASCE/AHS/ASC Structures, Structural Dynamics, and Materials Conference

Conference

Conference54th AIAA/ASME/ASCE/AHS/ASC Structures, Structural Dynamics and Materials Conference
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityBoston, MA
Period8/04/1311/04/13

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