Comparative Analysis of Aerodynamic and Structural Performance of Aircraft Wings Using Boron Aluminum Metal Matrix Composites and Aluminum Alloys: A CFD and FSI Approach
Journal Title: Precision Mechanics & Digital Fabrication - Year 2024, Vol 1, Issue 2
Abstract
The aerodynamic and structural performance of aircraft wings constructed from Boron Aluminum Metal Matrix Composites (Boron Al MMC) and conventional aluminum alloys has been comprehensively evaluated through Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) and Fluid-Structure Interaction (FSI) studies. The CFD analysis was conducted using ANSYS CFX to investigate the aerodynamic behavior, while the FSI analysis was performed using ANSYS Structural to assess the interaction between fluid flow and structural response under various loading conditions. The findings have demonstrated that wings composed of Boron Al MMC exhibit superior performance in terms of strength, stiffness, and durability when compared to aluminum alloys. Under similar aerodynamic loads, the Boron Al MMC material maintained higher structural integrity, demonstrating a 2.28% reduction in equivalent stress, a 30.1% decrease in induced shear stress, a 69.12% reduction in induced deformation, and a 66.35% lower strain energy relative to the aluminum alloy. These results suggest that Boron Al MMC offers enhanced structural stability at high speeds, especially at speeds exceeding Mach 1, as well as under diverse flight conditions involving high G-forces. The significant reduction in deformation and stress concentrations indicates that Boron Al MMC provides improved resilience against damage under high aerodynamic loads. This analysis underlines the potential of Boron Al MMC as a promising material for aircraft wing construction, capable of delivering improved aerodynamic performance, extended service life, and heightened safety margins. Such properties make it a viable alternative to traditional materials, particularly in advanced aerospace applications where strength, stiffness, and durability are critical. The integration of Boron Al MMC could lead to significant advancements in the development of more efficient and reliable aircraft wings.
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Ambika Rimal, Valliyappan David Natarajan
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