METHOD FOR OPTIMIZING THE AERODYNAMIC PERFORMANCE OF TRAPEZOIDAL FINS ON MODEL ROCKETS

Abstract

ABSTRACT A method (100) for optimizing the aerodynamic performance of trapezoidal fins on model rockets. establishing geometric parameters of trapezoidal fins, including root chord length, tip chord length, sweep angle, thickness, and span length Further, the method (100) comprising the steps of utilizing ANSYS Fluent with a pressure-based solver to simulate airflow over the trapezoidal fins and obtain aerodynamic data. Further, the method (100) comprising the steps of analyzing simulation results to determine the apogee and stability of the model rocket based on the defined fin parameters. Further, the method (100) comprising the steps of iteratively adjusting the geometric parameters to enhance aerodynamic. Further, the method (100) comprising the steps of comparing optimized designs with experimental wind tunnel data to confirm the accuracy of aerodynamic performance predictions. <>

Specification

Description:FIELD OF THE DISCLOSURE
[0001] This invention generally relates to the field of aerospace engineering and, in particular, to a method for optimizing the aerodynamic performance of trapezoidal fins used in model rockets, aimed at enhancing stability and efficiency while minimizing environmental impact during flight.
BACKGROUND
[0002] The subject matter discussed in the background section should not be assumed to be prior art merely as a result of its mention in the background section. Similarly, a problem mentioned in the background section or associated with the subject matter of the background section should not be assumed to have been previously recognized in the prior art. The subject matter in the background section merely represents different approaches, which in and of themselves may also correspond to implementations of the claimed technology.
[0003] The use of model rockets in educational and recreational settings has grown significantly, necessitating advancements in their design for improved perf , Claims:1. A method (100) for optimizing the aerodynamic performance of trapezoidal fins on model rockets, the method comprising the steps of:
establishing geometric parameters of trapezoidal fins, including root chord length, tip chord length, sweep angle, thickness, and span length;
utilizing ANSYS Fluent with a pressure-based solver to simulate airflow over the trapezoidal fins and obtain aerodynamic data;
analyzing simulation results to determine the apogee and stability of the model rocket based on the defined fin parameters;
iteratively adjusting the geometric parameters to enhance aerodynamic; and
comparing optimized designs with experimental wind tunnel data to confirm the accuracy of aerodynamic performance predictions.

2. The method (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the geometric parameters are adjusted based on sensitivity analysis of the aerodynamic data to identify the most influential factors on the apogee and stability of the model rocket.

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