Aerostructural Optimization of a Transonic Compressor Rotor
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چکیده
This paper presents a framework for multi-objective and multidisciplinary design optimization using highfidelity analysis tools. In this framework the aerodynamic performance is evaluated based on a Navier–Stokes equation solver, and the structure dynamics is computed using commercially available finite element software. We employ a genetic algorithm as a robust design optimization tool to facilitate the multi-objective optimization. We also use the response surface approach to tackle the difficulties associated with the organizational complexity and computational burden inherent in the multidisciplinary optimization. The coupling between the fluid solver and structural solver is realized through a thin-plate spline interpolation algorithm. The proposed approach is then used to perform aerostructural optimization of a three-dimensional transonic compressor blade. Our numerical results show that this method can improve the existing design and reduce the required computational time by orders of magnitude.
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