Rovere, F., Barakos, G. N. and Steijl, R. (2020) Brownout Simulations of Model-Rotors In Ground Effect. In: ISCS-ISATECH 2019, Amsterdam, The Netherlands, 9-11 Oct 2019, (doi: 10.1051/matecconf/202031401006)
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Abstract
n this work computational fluid dynamics is used to validate experimental results for a two-bladed small rotor In Ground Effect conditions. The paper focuses on the evaluation and prediction of the rotor outwash generated in ground effect. Time-averaged outflow velocities are compared with experimental results, and the simulated flow field is used for safety studies using the PAXman model and particle tracking methods. The aircraft weights have been studied, evaluating scaling factors to define how helicopter weight can affect the outflow forces and the particle paths. Results show how the wake generated by heavier helicopters can lead to stronger forces on ground personnel and push the particles farther away from the rotor.
Item Type: | Conference Proceedings |
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Additional Information: | This project has received funding from the European Union’s H2020 research and innovation programme under the Marie Sktodowska-Curie grant agreement No 721920. |
Status: | Published |
Refereed: | Yes |
Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID: | Barakos, Professor George and Rovere, Mr Federico and Steijl, Dr Rene |
Authors: | Rovere, F., Barakos, G. N., and Steijl, R. |
College/School: | College of Science and Engineering > School of Engineering > Autonomous Systems and Connectivity |
Journal Name: | MATEC Web of Conferences |
ISSN: | 2261-236X |
Copyright Holders: | Copyright © The Authors |
First Published: | First published in MATEC Web of Conferences 314:01006 |
Publisher Policy: | Reproduced under a Creative Commons license |
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