SBIR/STTR
Physics-Based Conceptual Design Tools, Phase I
Project Introduction
In the current proposal, M4 Engineering will develop and evaluate the feasibility of an innovative concept aimed at enhancing previously developed databases with physics-based weight and load estimation relationships (via stochastic response surfaces) for unconventional (and conventional!) conceptual wing and fuselage designs. The main goal for this effort will be to develop a software tool capable of generating weight and load responses for unconventional designs from physics-based simulations. In an effort to minimize risk and expedite development, the proposed software tool will utilize two previously developed in-house robust toolsets for rapidly generating finite element models and constructing stochastic response surfaces.
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Anticipated Benefits
Potential NASA Commercial Applications: Potential NASA applications will include the use of the developed technology for estimation of weight and loads for any new generation aircraft system including the blended wing body (BWB), truss-based high lift wing, and any other unconventional configuration.
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Primary U.S. Work Locations and Key Partners
| Organizations Performing Work | Role | Type | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
Langley Research Center
(LaRC)
|
Lead Organization | NASA Center | Hampton, VA |
| M4 Engineering, Inc. | Supporting Organization | Industry | Long Beach, CA |
Primary U.S. Work Locations
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California
-
Virginia
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Organizational Responsibility
Responsible Mission Directorate:
- Space Technology Mission Directorate (STMD)
Lead Center / Facility:
- Langley Research Center (LaRC)
Responsible Program:
- SBIR/STTR
Project Management
Program Director:
Program Manager:
Project Manager:
Principal Investigator:
- Tyler Winter
Project Duration
Start: Jun 2014
End: Dec 2014
Technology Maturity (TRL)
| Start: | 2 |
| Current: | 3 |
| Estimated End: | 3 |
Applied Research
Development
Demo & Test
Technology Areas
Primary:
- TA 12 Materials, Structures, Mechanical Systems and Manufacturing
- TA 12.2 Structures
- TA 12.2.4 Test Tools and Methods
Other / Cross-cutting:
- TA 11 Modeling, Simulation, Information Technology and Processing
- TA 11.2 Modeling
- TA 11.2.4 Science Modeling