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Smart Structures and Systems Volume 1, Number 2, April 2005 , pages 159-184 DOI: https://doi.org/10.12989/sss.2005.1.2.159 |
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The future role of smart structure systems in modern aircraft |
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J. Becker, W. Luber, J. Simpson and K. Dittrich
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| Abstract | ||
| The paper intends to summarize some guidelines for future smart structure system application in military aircraft. This preview of system integration is based upon a review on approximately one and a half decades of application oriented aerospace related smart structures research. Achievements in the area of structural health monitoring, adaptive shape, adaptive load bearing devices and active vibration control have been reached, potentials have been identified, several feasibility studies have been performed and some smart technologies have been already implemented. However the realization of anticipated visions and previously initial timescales announced have been rather too optimistic. The current development shall be based on a more realistic basis including more emphasis on fundamental aircraft strength, stiffness, static and dynamic load and stability requirements of aircraft and interdisciplinary integration requirements and improvements of integrated actors, actuator systems and control systems including micro controllers. | ||
| Key Words | ||
| health monitoring systems; equipment vibration alleviation; dynamic load/vibration suppression; semi active variable stiffness; passive and active aerodynamic shape/contour control. | ||
| Address | ||
| J. Becker EADS Deutschland GmbH, Military Aircraft, 81663 Munchen, and Technical Univ. of Munich, Institute of Fluidmechanic, Germany W. Luber, J. Simpson and K. Dittrich EADS Deutschland GmbH, Military Aircraft, 81663 Munchen, Germany | ||