03.2 - Experimental Aerodynamics
EXPERIMENTAL INVESTIGATIONS OF A FULL MODEL WITH ADAPTIVE ELASTO-FLEXIBLE MEMBRANE WINGS
J. Pflüger¹, K. Hirschmann¹, C. Breitsamter¹; ¹Chair of Aerodynamics and Fluid Mechanics, TUM, Germany
The morphing wing concept aims to constantly adapt the aerodynamics to different flight stages. The experimentally investigated wing is able to change the aspect ratio and sweep. Additionally, a flexible membrane allows the wing surface to stretch and contract in-plane, as well as the airfoil to adapt to different aerodynamic loads.