Concept and preliminary calculations of an optionally piloted research platform
Paulina Zenowicz
M.Sc., eng.Kamil Zenowicz
Faculty of Mechanical Engineering Silesian University of Technology in GliwiceWojciech Skarka
Faculty of Mechanical Engineering Silesian University of Technology in GliwiceAbstract
Along with the technological progress, unmanned aerial vehicles have found application not only in a military, but also in civil applications. The article presents Concept and preliminary calculations of an optionally piloted research platform. A literature review revealed a small number of existing aircraft of similar design. The analysis began with basic analytical calculations for airplanes, and more specifically their wings. The initial concept of the external shape of the designed aircraft was determined, and then the initial optimization of the structure was carried out on the basis of mathematical and computer analysis. Another goal of the research will be the construction of a demonstrator and its analysis.
Keywords:
drone, aircraft vehicles design, knowledge-based design, mechanical engineering, material engineeringSupporting Agencies
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M.Sc., eng.
Faculty of Mechanical Engineering Silesian University of Technology in Gliwice
Faculty of Mechanical Engineering Silesian University of Technology in Gliwice
