Publication Date:
2019-07-13
Description:
The effects of flow separation on the dynamic and aeroelastic stability of various shuttle configurations have been investigated. Flow separation is shown to affect the aeroelastic stability of the 747/Orbiter yaw modes, the orbiter dynamic stability and possibly the aeroelastic stability of the wing torsional mode, and to dominate both the dynamic and aeroelastic stability of the launch configuration. Limit cycle oscillations of certain launch configuration modes are the result of sudden flow separation. The limit cycle oscillations threaten the structural integrity in two ways: (1) by outright overstressing of the structure due to large modal deflection, (2) by fatigue due to the continued flexing of the structure. Fatigue is a more significant consideration for the reusable (100 flights) shuttle than it has been for previous space boosters.
Keywords:
SPACECRAFT DESIGN, TESTING AND PERFORMANCE
Type:
AIAA PAPER 77-116
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Aerospace Sciences Meeting; Jan 24, 1977 - Jan 26, 1977; Los Angeles, CA
Format:
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