A Comprehensive Analytical Model of Rotorcraft Aerodynamics and Dynamics. Part 3. Program Manual

Abstract

The computer program for a comprehensive analytical model of rotorcraft aerodynamics and dynamics is described. This analysis is designed to calculate rotor performance, loads, and noise; the helicopter vibration and gust response; the flight dynamics and handling qualities; and the system aeroelastic stability. The analysis is a combination of structural, inertial, and aerodynamic models, that is applicable to a wide range of problems and a wide class of vehicles. The analysis is intended for use in the design, testing, and evaluation of rotors and rotorcraft, and to be a basis for further development of rotary wing theories. This report documents the computer program that implements the analysis.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jun 01, 1980
Accession Number
ADA090289

Entities

People

  • Wayne R. Johnson

Organizations

  • National Aeronautics and Space Administration

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Air Platforms

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Aerodynamic Characteristics
  • Aerodynamic Forces
  • Aircraft Equipment
  • Aircrafts
  • Airframes
  • Bessel Functions
  • Computer Programs
  • Computers
  • Control Systems
  • Frequency Response
  • Geometry
  • Ground Effect
  • Horizontal Stabilizers
  • Mach Number
  • Numerical Integration
  • Transfer Functions
  • Two Dimensional

Fields of Study

  • Physics

Readers

  • Aerodynamics.
  • Aviation Science / Aeronautics.
  • Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)