Microcomputer Software Support for Classes in Aircraft Conceptual Design.
Abstract
The conceptual phase of aircraft design determines the general size and configuration of an aircraft. Many calculations are performed in assessing the optimum parameters. The calculations are often lengthy and iterative in nature and are thus highly appropriate for computer programming. This thesis develops a computer program to enhance learning about design by performing calculations for aircraft conceptual design which follow hand calculation methods. It is intended to be used in the aircraft design course taught by the Department of Aeronautics at the Naval Postgraduate School, Monterey California. The computer program written for this thesis is divided into ten chapters. Which are addressed through a commom menu called the Chapter Selection Program: 1) Introductions; 2) Preliminary Estimate of Take-off Weight; 3) Meeting Performance Requirements; 4) Aspect Ratio Optimization; 5) Wing Geometry Design; 6) Estimating Fuselage Length; 7) Tail; Design; 8) Determining Structural Weights (WS); 9) Refined Estimate of WTO Using WS; and 10) End Session.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Mar 01, 1987
- Accession Number
- ADA181450
Entities
People
- Michael L. Cramer
Organizations
- Naval Postgraduate School