Abstract:Multi-disciplinary shape optimization of a re-entry capsule with aero-thermodynamic, trajectory, stability and the geometry considerations is presented in this research. The method is based on decomposition of the underlying problem into disciplinary routines performing separated analysis for each goal. The objectives of the optimization are maximizing volumetric efficiency, minimizing longitudinal stability derivative and minimizing the ballistic coefficient, subject to constraints on geometry, heating load a… Show more
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