NASA NTRS · 19740006481
Structural analysis of light aircraft using NASTRAN
Abstract
An application of NASTRAN to the structural analysis of light aircraft was conducted to determine the cost effectiveness. A model of the Baby Ace D model homebuilt aircraft was used. The NASTRAN model of the aircraft consists of 193 grid points connected by 352 structural members. All members are either rod or beam elements, including bending of unsymmetrical cross sections and torsion of noncircular cross sections. The aerodynamic loads applied to the aircraft were in accordance with FAA regulations governing the utility category aircraft.
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Wilkinson, M. T., Bruce, A. C.. 1973-09-01. Structural analysis of light aircraft using NASTRAN. https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/19740006481
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