Simulation of Active Twist Rotor Blades using a Thermal Analogy Method in HMB3
: Recent commercial availability of smart materials has made high-frequency aerodynamic control a major research avenue for improving the efficiency, performance and ride quality of future rotorcraft. This approach is equally applicable to urban air mobility vehicles that demand lower noise and vibration levels than currently used helicopters. Smart materials are also of interest for military aircraft to reduce their noise signature, extend mission range and prolong the service life of components.
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