Experimental Elastic Deformation Characterization of a Flapping-Wing MAV Using Visual Image Correlation

Abstract

This presentation will detail AFRL/RW's collaboration with the University of Florida to derive a method for estimating elastic deformation in flexible, flapping wings. By knowing the elastic deformation that occurs, researchers can better understand the mechanics and aerodynamic effects behind flexible, flapping wings and apply that knowledge to various design aspects of micro air vehicles (MAV's) such as wing structure, guidance and control, etc.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Nov 01, 2007
Accession Number
ADA474536

Entities

People

  • Kelly Stewart
  • Roberto Albertani

Organizations

  • Air Force Research Laboratory

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Air Platforms
  • Autonomy

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Air Force
  • Air Force Research Laboratories
  • Aircrafts
  • Cameras
  • Carbon Fibers
  • Coordinate Systems
  • Dynamic Tests
  • Fibers
  • Inertial Measurement Units
  • Kinematics
  • Load Cells
  • Materials
  • Measurement
  • Mechanics
  • Micro Air Vehicles
  • Wind Tunnels
  • Wing Tips

Fields of Study

  • Physics

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  • Materials Science and Engineering.