AIR MOBILITY
Abstract
This project supports basic research in aerodynamics for manned and unmanned rotary wing aircraft. The goal of this effort is to develop improved tools and methods to analyze, evaluate, and assess rotorcraft unique aerodynamic properties in conventional helicopter and tilt rotor aircraft. The efforts in this project will result in a better understanding of rotorcraft aeromechanics and will result in improved performance, safety and, ultimately, improved combat effectiveness of the manned and unmanned rotorcraft in the future force. This project supports the future force by providing research into technologies that can improve tactical mobility, reduce the logistics footprint, and increase survivability for rotary wing aircraft. The cited work is consistent with the Director, Defense Research and Engineering Strategic Plan, the Department of Defense Basic Research Plan, the Army Modernization Strategy, and the Army Science and Technology Master Plan. Work in this project is performed by the Aviation & Missile RDEC, Aero-Flight Dynamics Directorate at NASA Ames Research Center, CA and Langley Research Center, VA.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Project
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2012
- Source ID
- H45_0601102A_1_2040_PB_2012
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