An Approach to Practical Aerodynamic Calculations.

Abstract

The emphasis of these lectures is on the numerical solution of three dimensional boundary layer equations using forms of Keller's Box scheme and interaction with solutions of inviscid Flow equations. Calculations are described for the flow over a circular cylinder started impulsively from rest and a prolate spheriod at angle of attack and were obtained with prescribed free stream velocity distribution; the results emphasize the need for the Characteristic Box finite difference scheme, which automatically satisfies the numerical stability criterion, in regions of flow where the w-velocity component is negative. Corresponding calculations, this time with a novel ellipse, over an oscillating airfoil and around wings; the results confirm that the interactive procedure provides accurate solutions, without numerical problems, in regions of flow separation.

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Feb 01, 1986
Accession Number
ADA176995

Entities

People

  • Tuncer Cebeci

Organizations

  • Douglas

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Boundaries
  • Boundary Layer
  • Equations
  • Flow
  • Flow Separation
  • Free Stream
  • Inviscid Flow
  • Layers
  • Three Dimensional

Fields of Study

  • Physics

Readers

  • Fluid Mechanics and Fluid Dynamics.
  • Structural Dynamics.