METHOD FOR OPTIMIZING THE AERODYNAMIC AND STRUCTURAL PERFORMANCE OF AN ORNITHOPTER

Abstract

ABSTRACT A method (100) for optimizing the aerodynamic and structural performance of an ornithopter. Further, the method comprising selecting a lightweight material from a group consisting of Aluminium alloy, E-glass fibre-honeycomb, Titanium alloy, and Carbon fibre based on mechanical properties. Further, the method (100) comprising the steps of designing a semi-elliptical wing structure to enhance lift and reduce drag. Further, the method (100) comprising the steps of conducting Finite Element Analysis (FEA) on the selected material to evaluate stress and strain under an applied load. Further, the method (100) comprising the steps of performing computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulations to analyze airflow and pressure distribution over the wing. Further, the method (100) comprising the steps of iteratively adjusting design parameters based on FEA and CFD results to improve flight stability and efficiency. <>

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 design and performance of ornithopters through the selection of lightweight materials and advanced aerodynamic structures, aimed at enhancing flight efficiency and stability while minimizing environmental impact.
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 increasing demand for energy-efficient and environmentally friendly aerial vehicles has led to a r , Claims:WE CLAIM:
1. A method (100) for optimizing the aerodynamic and structural performance of an ornithopter, the method comprising the steps of:
selecting a lightweight material from a group consisting of Aluminium alloy, E-glass fibre-honeycomb, Titanium alloy, and Carbon fibre based on mechanical properties;
designing a semi-elliptical wing structure to enhance lift and reduce drag;
conducting Finite Element Analysis (FEA) on the selected material to evaluate stress and strain under an applied load;
performing computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulations to analyze airflow and pressure distribution over the wing; and
iteratively adjusting design parameters based on FEA and CFD results to improve flight stability and efficiency.

2. The method (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the selected lightweight material is E-glass fibre-honeycomb, which provides optimal strength-to-weight ratio and flexibility for enhanced flight performance.

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