Shape optimisation and performance analysis of flapping wings

In this paper, we consider the shape optimization of flapping wings in forward flight. This analysis is performed by combining a gradient-based optimiser with the unsteady vortex lattice method. The objective is to identify a set of optimised shapes that maximise the propulsive efficiency under lift...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Ghommem, M., Collier, N., Niemi, A., Calo, Victor
Format: Conference Paper
Published: 2012
Online Access:http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.11937/51493