@inproceedings{cdaab9999084414298f3965f453050e3,
title = "Nonlinear flexible multibody dynamic analysis of rotor blades with a trailing edge flap",
abstract = "This study presents a novel nonlinear multibody approach for the structural modeling of helicopter blades. Unlike the conventional approach of using beam elements to represent the rotor blade, the present analysis utilizes a plate element, which assumes a nonlinear strain measure and rotation, as well as transverse shear deformation. The principle of virtual work is used to derive the equations of motion. Kinematic joints are modeled by a set of constraint equations, which are invoked in the formulation through the coordinate partitioning method. The capability of the present analysis is demonstrated by considering the structural dynamics response of a composite helicopter blade with a trailing edge flap.",
author = "M. Das and A. Barut and E. Madenci and Straub, {F. K.}",
year = "2006",
doi = "10.2514/6.2006-1862",
language = "English (US)",
isbn = "1563478080",
series = "Collection of Technical Papers - AIAA/ASME/ASCE/AHS/ASC Structures, Structural Dynamics and Materials Conference",
publisher = "American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics Inc.",
pages = "3310--3328",
booktitle = "Collection of Technical Papers - 47th AIAA/ASME/ASCE/AHS/ASC Structures, Structural Dynamics and Materials Conference",
note = "47th AIAA/ASME/ASCE/AHS/ASC Structures, Structural Dynamics and Materials Conference ; Conference date: 01-05-2006 Through 04-05-2006",
}