An Open-Source Based Optimization Toolbox for Rotorcraft Airframe

Dominik B. Schwinn; Michael Petsch; Dieter Kohlgruber; Peter Weiand; Kagan Atci

doi:10.4050/F-0080-2024-1295

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An Open-Source Based Optimization Toolbox for Rotorcraft Airframe

Dominik B. Schwinn, Michael Petsch, Dieter Kohlgruber, Peter Weiand, Kagan Atci, German Aerospace Center - DLR

May 7, 2024

https://doi.org/10.4050/F-0080-2024-1295

Abstract:
As part of the design process, structural assessment represents an important aspect in the development of new airand rotorcraft. It plays a critical role in supporting the weight of the aircraft, transmitting loads from the rotors to the airframe, and ensuring the overall safety and integrity of the vehicle. The conceptual design phase is characterized by exploration and evaluation of broad design concepts, with minimal detail regarding structural design. In contrast, the preliminary design phase involves refining the chosen design concept and conducting more detailed structural analysis and optimization to prepare for the subsequent detailed design phase. In order to evaluate the airframe, the opensource based design environment PANDORA has been developed at DLR. This paper presents an overview of model generation, topology optimization, sizing, and crashworthiness aspects in PANDORA using validation examples and generic rotorcraft models.