This research project is evaluating an innovative technique that uses fiber optic strain sensors to measure structural deformations and full field strains. An inverse finite element method (iFEM) analysis reconstructs a deformed structural shape based on the strain measurement data simulated by FEM analysis to represent the in-situ strain measurements. By mapping the iFEM displacement solution onto a full FEM model, without the applied loading, the complete fields of displacement, strain, and stress are reconstructed to a high degree of accuracy. This project supports the work on multiple flight research projects at NASA Armstrong.
Work to date: The team has completed and validated a 1-dimensional beam element test using a compliant slider mechanism.
Looking ahead: Future plans involve developing and validating the algorithm on a full size flight test article.
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This research project is evaluating an innovative technique that uses fiber optic strain sensors to measure structural deformations and full field strains. An inverse finite element method (iFEM) analysis reconstructs a deformed structural shape based on the strain measurement data simulated by FEM analysis to represent the in-situ strain measurements. By mapping the iFEM displacement solution onto a full FEM model, without the applied loading, the complete fields of displacement, strain, and stress are reconstructed to a high degree of accuracy. This project supports the work on multiple flight research projects at NASA Armstrong.
Work to date: The team has completed and validated a 1-dimensional beam element test using a compliant slider mechanism.
Looking ahead: Future plans involve developing and validating the algorithm on a full size flight test article.
More »This technology is being explored on NASA funded projects for deformation and full field strain measurement. It provides the following benefits:
Organizations Performing Work | Role | Type | Location |
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Armstrong Flight Research Center (AFRC) | Lead Organization | NASA Center | Edwards, California |
Langley Research Center (LaRC) | Supporting Organization | NASA Center | Hampton, Virginia |