HPCAGREE

The project presents a comprehensive computational investigation into the aeroelastic response of airfoils subjected to gust encounters. 

Utilizing an in-house solver, MaPFlow (developed at NTUA), capable of advanced RANS, LES, and DES simulations, the project aims to simulate the complex turbulent inflow conditions with high fidelity. 

The aerodynamic modeling of the wing will be achieved through DES, while the structural dynamics will be captured using a non-linear multibody solver, with both solvers being strongly coupled to address non-linear FSI phenomena accurately. 

The computational facet of this project is intricately supported by an experimental campaign which will be conducted in parallel at the NTUA's Wind Tunnel Facility. The societal and technological impacts of this research are manifold. 

Enhanced aeroelastic models will lead to the development of more efficient, lighter, and safer aircraft, reducing the environmental footprint and advancing the pursuit of a net-zero economy.

In the renewable energy sector, improved understanding of aeroelastic effects on wind turbine blades will facilitate the design of turbines that are both more durable and capable of harnessing wind energy more effectively,