Dynamic wake solutions for rotors that are powered, braking, or in transition

  • David A. Peters
  • , Jesse V. Chugani

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Abstract

The nonlinear dynamic equation for rotor induced-velocity applies to powered rotors, energy-extracting rotors, and the transition between. This inflow equation (verified by experimental data) yields interesting dynamic behavior due to the attractors, repellers, and branch cuts in the dynamic coefficient. The present paper offers some closed-form results for the nonlinear system in axial flow (along with accompanying numerical solutions) that give insight into the behavior of the dynamic wake in all system regimes. The closed-form solutions also offer good benchmark cases against which to compare large-scale simulation codes. In addition, the paper offers numerical solutions in skewed flow and with an empirical vortex-ring correction.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication69th American Helicopter Society International Annual Forum 2013
Pages67-96
Number of pages30
StatePublished - 2013
Event69th American Helicopter Society International Annual Forum 2013 -
Duration: May 21 2013May 23 2013

Publication series

NameAnnual Forum Proceedings - AHS International
Volume1
ISSN (Print)1552-2938

Conference

Conference69th American Helicopter Society International Annual Forum 2013
Period05/21/1305/23/13

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