Dynamics of Flexible Aircraft: Coupled Flight Mechanics, Aeroelasticity, and Control

Description

Explore the interface between aeroelasticity, flight dynamics and control in this fresh, multidisciplinary approach. New insights into the interaction between these fields, rarely separately considered in most modern aircraft, are fully illustrated in this one-of-a-kind book. The comprehensive, systematic coverage will enable the reader to analyse and design next-generation aircraft. Presenting basic concepts in a rigorous yet accessible way, the book builds up to state-of-the-art models through an intuitive step-by-step approach. Both linear and non-linear attributes are covered, and by revisiting classical solutions using modern analysis methods this book provides a unique, modern perspective to bridge the gap between disciplines. Numerous original numerical examples, including online source codes, help to build intuition through hands-on activities. This book will empower the reader to design better and more environmentally friendly aircraft, and is an ideal resource for graduate students, researchers and aerospace engineers.

Rafael Palacios is the Professor of Computational Aeroelasticity at Imperial College, London. He is a Fellow of the Royal Aeronautical Society and Associate Fellow of the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics. Carlos E. S. Cesnik is Clarence L. (Kelly) Johnson Collegiate Professor of Aerospace Engineering, University of Michigan. He is a Fellow of the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics, the Royal Aeronautical Society and the Vertical Flight Society.