Delta Wing at Low Subsonic Speed using Ansys Discovery Software
Delta wings are designed for supersonic speeds. However, aircrafts with delta wings must take off and land at subsonic speeds. At subsonic speeds a pair of vortices form above the delta wing generating the so-called vortex lift, which adds to the potential flow lift. This case study demonstrates how the aerodynamic characteristics of a delta wing at subsonic speeds can be investigated using Ansys Discovery, including parametric geometry generation, meshing, simulation for the relevant range of angles of attack, and post-processing.
Learning Outcomes
- Understanding aerodynamic characteristics of a delta wing at subsonic speeds
- Ability to use Ansys Discovery to set up an external flow fluid simulation
- Awareness of importance of simulation in engineering problems
Applicable Courses for Use
Aerodynamics, Fluid Mechanics, CFD
Downloadable Content
- Case study report
- Simulation files
