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Virtual simulation of an entire jet engine allows repetition in the process at a lower cost an in less time. Collaborating through Avetec’s virtual innovation hub will help industry, academia and government to quickly uncover problems before investing millions of dollars to build physical models.
This high-fidelity, three-dimensional, modeling and simulation environment :
Generic Aircraft Fuel Thermal Management
Modern aircraft systems use the fuel systems as a means for managing heat generated by the propulsion system. In this work we have completed a generic model of a fuel thermal management system that can be used as a basis for assessing coupling between aircraft propulsion systems and mission capability. The work leveraged the LMS International AMESim modeling software for rapid system prototyping and simulation based analysis.
Parallel Modeling and Simulation on a High Performance Computing Platform
Avetec researchers have created a framework for parallel model execution on a high performance computing platform. In a recent benchmark test we performed a parameter study with 15 input dimensions and 10 output dimensions using a Simulink® model. Over 1.4 million model executions were performed to explore the model parameter space on 90 cores in under 30 minutes on our in-house compute cluster.
Mechanical System Modeling with AMESim
The AMESim product sold by LMS International features a comprehensive library of components for physics based modeling. Researchers at Avetec have used AMESim for several modeling tasks. In this effort we compared the development of an AMESim model to one produced using Simulink®.
Tactical Fighter Aircraft Gearbox Modeling
Increased aircraft electric loads place are requiring additional power generation and with that, additional mechanical loads between the aircraft engine and generators. A gearbox must bear this load. In this study, Avetec researchers created a gearbox model that has been used to study transient loading effects.
Model Development Best Practices
The Avetec modeling team leverages open source software and the Numerical Propulsion System Simulation (NPSS™) environment for team based model development.
Full Engine Simulation
Avetec is collaborating to develop a high fidelity, three-dimensional, unsteady flow simulation of a generic jet engine that includes the fan, booster, high-pressure compressor, combustor, high-pressure turbine and low pressure turbine.
GE90 Full System Demonstration
Avetec is developing the virtual engine test cell so that complex engineering systems, like aircraft engines, can be computationally simulated at a high level of detail early in the design process to reduce the time and cost of developing these systems.
Inlet Distortion
The characterization of the distortion generation, transfer mechanisms and engine response will enable the industry to design for reduced distortion sensitivity and maximize engine-airframe system benefits
Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) Tools Development
High pressure compressors are one of the most critical components of a jet engine. Decades of development and three to six development rigs are required before they have acceptable performance. Validated high-fidelity simulation tools have the potential to reduce the development time and cost of new core compressors.
Thermal Management
Thermal management is the single most pressing problem for airframe and engine designers today. High fuel costs have re-focused attention on accurate modeling of combustion processes to maximize fuel burn and yet produce ultra-low emissions engines
Engine Health Management
Identifying component wear and tear prior to failure is the first step in extending the life of engine components. Avetec’s engine health management (EHM) program was created to facilitate the research and development of methodologies and tools to advance EHM technology. Avetec’s goal is to perform the scientific research necessary to facilitate a dramatic reduction – 10-25 percent – in the cost of operating and maintaining aircraft engines for military and other applications over the next 10 years.
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