Estudo de método dos painéis 2D em Python para cálculo de coeficientes aerodinâmicos

Abstract

In this work, it is proposed to obtain a program in Python that uses the panel method to calculate aerodynamic coefficients in 2D profiles. For this, a constant distribution of dipoles and an inviscid, potential and incompressible flow were considered. Therefore, improvements were implemented and the program was validated with known aerodynamic profiles through data from the bibliography and software. Still, the method was applied to profiles considering simple flap and morphing. Through this, the results obtained were satisfactory for symmetrical airfoils and for asymmetrical airfoils there is a gradual increase in divergences with increasing camber. Such a study is justified due to the importance of obtaining an algorithm that is fast, adaptable and capable of being coupled to other methodologies contributing to future work and the development of indispensable skills for the aerospace engineer’s job market.