Multiphysics Simulations in Automotive and Aerospace Applications

1st Edition - July 20, 2021
Imprint: Academic Press
Editors: Mojtaba Moatamedi, Hassan Khawaja
Language: English
Paperback ISBN:
9 7 8 - 0 - 1 2 - 8 1 7 8 9 9 - 7
eBook ISBN:
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Multiphysics Simulations in Automotive and Aerospace Applications provides the fundamentals and latest developments on numerical methods for solving multiphysics problems, including fluid-solid interaction, fluid-structure‐thermal coupling, electromagnetic-fluid-solid coupling, vibro and aeroacoustics. Chapters describe the different algorithms and numerical methods used for solving coupled problems using implicit or explicit coupling problems from industrial or academic applications. Given the book’s comprehensive coverage, automotive and aerospace engineers, designers, graduate students and researchers involved in the simulation of practical coupling problems will find the book useful in its approach.

Cover Image
Title Page
Copyright
Table of Contents
Contributors
Preface
Chapter 1 Investigation of particle method and FEM coupling method for automotive airbag
Abstract
1.1 Introduction
1.2 ALE formulation
1.3 SPH formulation
1.4 ALE penalty coupling algorithm
1.5 SPH contact algorithm
1.6 Description of the experimental setup
1.7 Numerical simulation using SPH method
1.8 Numerical results and observations
1.9 Conclusions
References
Chapter 2 Multiphysics analysis of contact pressure profile of airless tires as compared to conventional tires
Abstract
2.1 Introduction
2.2 Methodology
2.3 Results and discussion
2.5 Conclusions
References
Chapter 3 Characterizing and modeling of acoustical performance of natural sound absorber
Abstract
3.1 Introduction
3.2 Kenaf fibers
3.3 Measurement of sound absorption coefficient
3.4 Measurement results and prediction
3.5 Summary
References
Chapter 4 Investigation of torsional vibration using weak FSI capabilities
Abstract
4.1 Introduction
4.2 Methodology
4.3 Example of a torsional tubular resonator
4.4 Conclusions
References
Chapter 5 Noise control treatments modeling using statistical energy analysis and the transfer matrix method
Abstract
5.1 Introduction
5.2 SEA equations
5.3 Noise control treatments: characterization of a porous sample
5.4 The Transfer matrix method
5.5 Numerical procedure and the SEA-TMM coupling
5.6 Numerical examples in OCTAVE/MATLAB
5.7 Summary
References
Chapter 6 Failure and fatigue life due to random vibration in aircraft applications
Abstract
6.1 Introduction
6.2 Random response analysis
6.3 Dirlik method
6.4 Frequency domain random vibration analysis
6.5 Contact algorithm
6.6 Case study of an aircraft seat support tube
6.7 Case study of landing gear's leg
6.8 Conclusion
References
Chapter 7 Recent developments in quasi-3D aerodynamic methods for multidisciplinary aircraft conceptual design studies
Abstract
7.1 Introduction
7.2 Nonlinear lifting line method
7.3 Nonlinear vortex lattice method
7.4 Case study: aerodynamic shape optimization of a generic UAV wing
7.5 A simultaneous analysis and design methodology
7.6 Extensions to unsteady flows
7.7 Conclusions
References
Chapter 8 Design optimization and dynamic testing of CFRP for helicopter loading hanger
Abstract
8.1 Introduction
8.2 Methodology
8.3 Results and discussion
8.4 Conclusion
References
Chapter 9 Numerical investigation on the use of wood–plastic composites for the thermoforming of NACA profile for UAVs
Abstract
9.1 Introduction
9.2 Wood–plastic composite and characterization
9.3 Numerical modeling of the blade's thermoforming process
9.4 Thermoforming of a thin NACA profile for UAVs
9.5 Conclusion
References
Chapter 10 Blast loading effects on aircraft fuselage
Abstract
10.1 Introduction
10.2 Fluid–structure interaction during a single blast
10.3 Fluid–structure interaction in multiple blast loading
10.4 Elastic behavior of the aircraft fuselage due to internal blasts
10.5 Plastic behavior of the aircraft fuselage due to internal blasts
10.6 Conclusions and remarks
References
Index

Mojtaba Moatamedi

Professor Moatamedi is President of The International Society of Multiphysics, as well as an Executive Director for New York University London. Prior to this, he was a President for Al Ghurair University, and has held senior managerial positions at Imperial College London, Narvik University College, Cranfield University, The University of Salford and The University of Sheffield. He is Editor-in-Chief of ‘The International Journal of Multiphysics’ and Chairman for the associated conferences. He is a Fellow of the Institution of Mechanical Engineering, a Fellow of the Royal Aeronautical Society (RAeS), a Fellow of The Nuclear Institute (NI) and a Member of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), and a Charted Engineer. He served as the Chairman of the Manchester Branch of the Royal Aeronautical Society and he has been a member of several national and international scientific committees, and advisor to some industrial and governmental bodies including the Office for Nuclear Regulations (ONR), in addition to being the lead person to devise the Multiphysics competence standards for the European Union. He is currently a member of the Council and the Board of Directors of NAFEMS.

Affiliations and expertise

Full Professor/Executive Director New York University UK

Hassan Khawaja

Dr. Hassan Abbas Khawaja is an Associate Professor at UiT The Arctic University of Norway, leading the IR, Spectroscopy, and Numerical Modelling Research Group within the Process and Gas team. He holds a Doctorate in Engineering from the University of Cambridge and an Executive MBA from Quantic School of Business. Khawaja is a Chartered Engineer, Vice President of the International Society of Multiphysics, and Director of the Global Listening Centre. He has received prestigious awards and led research projects funded by entities like the Research Council of Norway. Khawaja's teaching emphasizes practical applications and critical thinking, introducing courses in Multiphysics Simulation. His work is published in peer-reviewed journals, and he is actively involved in peer review and conference organization. Engaged in outreach activities, Khawaja promotes the relevance of multiphysics in engineering and science through various initiatives.

Affiliations and expertise

Associate Professor and Research Group Leader, UiT The Arctic University of Norway, Norway

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