Assessment of Wingtip Modifications to Increase the Fuel Efficiency of Air Force Aircraft

Assessment of Wingtip Modifications to Increase the Fuel Efficiency of Air Force Aircraft
Author: National Research Council
Publisher: National Academies Press
Total Pages: 77
Release: 2007-09-06
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0309104971

The high cost of aviation fuel has resulted in increased attention by Congress and the Air Force on improving military aircraft fuel efficiency. One action considered is modification of the aircraft's wingtip by installing, for example, winglets to reduce drag. While common on commercial aircraft, such modifications have been less so on military aircraft. In an attempt to encourage greater Air Force use in this area, Congress, in H. Rept. 109-452, directed the Air Force to provide a report examining the feasibility of modifying its aircraft with winglets. To assist in this effort, the Air Force asked the NRC to evaluate its aircraft inventory and identify those aircraft that may be good candidates for winglet modifications. This reportâ€"which considers other wingtip modifications in addition to wingletsâ€"presents a review of wingtip modifications; an examination of previous analyses and experience with such modifications; and an assessment of wingtip modifications for various Air Force aircraft and potential investment strategies.

Assessment of Wingtip Modifications to Increase the Fuel Efficiency of Air Force Aircraft

Assessment of Wingtip Modifications to Increase the Fuel Efficiency of Air Force Aircraft
Author: National Research Council
Publisher: National Academies Press
Total Pages: 112
Release: 2007-08-06
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0309179599

The high cost of aviation fuel has resulted in increased attention by Congress and the Air Force on improving military aircraft fuel efficiency. One action considered is modification of the aircraft's wingtip by installing, for example, winglets to reduce drag. While common on commercial aircraft, such modifications have been less so on military aircraft. In an attempt to encourage greater Air Force use in this area, Congress, in H. Rept. 109-452, directed the Air Force to provide a report examining the feasibility of modifying its aircraft with winglets. To assist in this effort, the Air Force asked the NRC to evaluate its aircraft inventory and identify those aircraft that may be good candidates for winglet modifications. This reportâ€"which considers other wingtip modifications in addition to wingletsâ€"presents a review of wingtip modifications; an examination of previous analyses and experience with such modifications; and an assessment of wingtip modifications for various Air Force aircraft and potential investment strategies.

Innovative Design, Analysis and Development Practices in Aerospace and Automotive Engineering (I-DAD 2018)

Innovative Design, Analysis and Development Practices in Aerospace and Automotive Engineering (I-DAD 2018)
Author: U. Chandrasekhar
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 553
Release: 2018-12-20
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9811327181

This book gathers the best articles presented by researchers and industrial experts at the International Conference on “Innovative Design and Development Practices in Aerospace and Automotive Engineering (I-DAD 2018)”. The papers discuss new design concepts, analysis and manufacturing technologies, with an emphasis on achieving improved performance by downsizing; improving the weight-to-strength ratio, fuel efficiency, and operational capability at room and elevated temperatures; reducing wear and tear; and addressing NVH aspects, while balancing the challenges of Euro IV/Barat Stage IV emission norms and beyond, greenhouse effects, and recyclable materials. The innovative methods discussed here offer valuable reference material for educational and research organizations, as well as industry, encouraging them to pursue challenging projects of mutual interest.

Commercial Airplane Design Principles

Commercial Airplane Design Principles
Author: Pasquale M. Sforza
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 623
Release: 2014-01-31
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0124199771

Commercial Airplane Design Principles is a succinct, focused text covering all the information required at the preliminary stage of aircraft design: initial sizing and weight estimation, fuselage design, engine selection, aerodynamic analysis, stability and control, drag estimation, performance analysis, and economic analysis. The text places emphasis on making informed choices from an array of competing options, and developing the confidence to do so. Shows the use of standard, empirical, and classical methods in support of the design process Explains the preparation of a professional quality design report Provides a sample outline of a design report Can be used in conjunction with Sforza, Manned Spacecraft Design Principles to form a complete course in Aircraft/Spacecraft Design

Environmental Impact of Aviation and Sustainable Solutions

Environmental Impact of Aviation and Sustainable Solutions
Author: Ramesh K. Agarwal
Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand
Total Pages: 222
Release: 2020-07-15
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1839623578

Environmental Impact of Aviation and Sustainable Solutions is a compilation of review and research articles in the broad field of aviation and the environment. Over three sections and thirteen chapters, this book covers topics such as aircraft design and materials, combustor modeling, atomization, airport pollution, sonic boom and street noise pollution, emission mitigation strategies, and environmentally friendly contributions from a Russian aviation pioneer. This volume is a useful reference for both researchers and students interested in learning about various aspects of aviation and the environment

Fuel Reduction for the Mobility Air Forces

Fuel Reduction for the Mobility Air Forces
Author: Christopher A. Mouton
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2015
Genre: History
ISBN: 9780833087652

Reducing aviation fuel use is an ongoing goal for military and civil operators, and Air Mobility Command is feeling increasing pressure to further reduce fuel use by implementing and following known best practices. Although the Air Force had achieved a 12 percent reduction in fuel consumption by March 2012, it must continue to pursue cost-effective options to reduce fuel use even further.

Book Review Index - 2009 Cumulation

Book Review Index - 2009 Cumulation
Author: Dana Ferguson
Publisher: Book Review Index Cumulation
Total Pages: 1304
Release: 2009-08
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 9781414419121

Book Review Index provides quick access to reviews of books, periodicals, books on tape and electronic media representing a wide range of popular, academic and professional interests. The up-to-date coverage, wide scope and inclusion of citations for both newly published and older materials make Book Review Index an exceptionally useful reference tool. More than 600 publications are indexed, including journals and national general interest publications and newspapers. Book Review Index is available in a three-issue subscription covering the current year or as an annual cumulation covering the past year.

Development of a Systematic Technique for Analyzing the Effectiveness of Aircraft Class IV Modifications

Development of a Systematic Technique for Analyzing the Effectiveness of Aircraft Class IV Modifications
Author: Charlie J Coleman (Jr)
Publisher:
Total Pages: 121
Release: 1978
Genre:
ISBN:

This study uses data from the Air Force Maintenance Requirements Data System (G098) to develop an assessment technique which uses parametric and nonparametric statistical mean difference tests to evaluate the effectiveness of Class IV modifications. Fourteen selected modifications were evaluated to demonstrate how the G098 data were compiled and analyzed by this technique. Included in this evaluation were data on maintenance actions, manhours, NORM, NORS, and failures before and after the modification. These data sets were adjusted for variations in flying hours and sorties. The data were then analyzed to determine if there were any significant improvements as a result of the Class IV modification. A modification was determined to be effective if these improvements were part of the original stated purpose of the modification as indicated on the AFLC Form 48. The results of the study indicated that a systematic assessment technique which uses existing data could be developed. (Author).

Introduction to Aircraft Flight Mechanics

Introduction to Aircraft Flight Mechanics
Author: Thomas R. Yechout
Publisher: AIAA
Total Pages: 666
Release: 2003
Genre: Aerodynamics
ISBN: 9781600860782

Based on a 15-year successful approach to teaching aircraft flight mechanics at the US Air Force Academy, this text explains the concepts and derivations of equations for aircraft flight mechanics. It covers aircraft performance, static stability, aircraft dynamics stability and feedback control.