Aerodynamic design for performance, efficiency and range
The jet age revolutionized aircraft design, introducing innovative concepts from new entrants while many established manufacturers faced challenges. Since then, the industry has become consolidated around a few major players, leaving little room for newcomers. Electric flight and eVTOL, particularly electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) models, could disrupt this trend. They offer significant environmental and operational benefits, including lower costs, precise maneuverability, and quieter performance. This opens up new opportunities for urban and regional air mobility.
Download this eBook to explore the potential and challenges of electric flight and eVTOL, and discover how simulation offers solutions and a competitive edge in this dynamic market.
Designing eVTOL for Public Acceptance
Urban air mobility requires eVTOL aircraft to meet specific criteria for public acceptance, such as safe operation, acceptable noise levels, and energy efficiency. Consequently, this involves collaboration among regulators, developers, and operators. Fortunately, simulation can help address these challenges by:
- Predicting noise sources and effects
- Accounting for atmospheric and ground topology impacts
- Evaluating urban environment perceptions with tools like SIMULIA PowerFLOW
Aircraft Aerodynamic Performance | SIMULIA CFD Simulation Software
Discover how SIMULIA’s CFD software optimizes aerospace engineering designs by simulating various conditions, including cruise, takeoff, landing, buffeting, and icing effects. SIMULIA helps develop advanced aerospace designs and supports flight certification with detailed analysis of intricate geometric flow details.
Virtual Twin Experience and Digital Certification
Simulation can replace some physical prototypes, saving time and costs. The “Virtual Twin” approach models real-world behavior and supports digital certification, accelerating the process for innovative designs.
3DEXPERIENCE Platform & MODSIM
The 3DEXPERIENCE® platform integrates design and simulation tools, providing a centralized data repository and streamlining the development and certification process. MODSIM helps companies reduce prototyping and speed up market entry.
In Conclusion
Emerging urban air mobility organizations can benefit from simulation in developing safe, quiet, and efficient electric aircraft designs.
