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Aeroelastic analysis of rotor blades using flexible multibody dynamics with geometrically nonlinear 3D finite elements

  • Seongwoo Cheon
  • , Sangmin Son
  • , Youngjung Kee
  • , Jaeheon Jeong
  • , Inho Jeong
  • , Haeseong Cho
  • , Hakjin Lee
  • Jeonbuk National University
  • Gyeongsang National University
  • Korea Aerospace Research Institute

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Abstract

This paper presents a flexible multibody dynamics formulation for rotor blade control mechanisms based on three-dimensional (3D) solid finite elements. The formulation accommodates joint rotations within solid elements and is developed using a nonlinear updated Lagrangian (UL) approach. To capture aeroelastic behavior, the structural solver is coupled with a panel/vortex particle hybrid method via the delta airloads approach. The methodology is validated using a simplified hub system and the multi-purpose unmanned helicopter (MPUH) blade developed by the Korea Aerospace Research Institute (KARI). The accuracy of the proposed multibody formulation and aeroelastic analysis in forward flight is assessed through comparison with ABAQUS and CAMRAD II results, demonstrating good agreement in both structural response and aerodynamic performance.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationAIAA Science and Technology Forum and Exposition, AIAA SciTech Forum 2026
PublisherAmerican Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics Inc, AIAA
ISBN (Print)9781624107658
DOIs
StatePublished - 2026
EventAIAA Science and Technology Forum and Exposition, AIAA SciTech Forum 2026 - Orlando, United States
Duration: 2026.01.122026.01.16

Publication series

NameAIAA Science and Technology Forum and Exposition, AIAA SciTech Forum 2026

Conference

ConferenceAIAA Science and Technology Forum and Exposition, AIAA SciTech Forum 2026
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityOrlando
Period26.01.1226.01.16

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