Structural Optimization of the Lower Door of the Main Landing Gear of an Aircraft

Yang, Gangyi; He, Pan; Wang, Yi; Liu, C. L.

doi:10.1088/1742-6596/2557/1/012019

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“…Topological optimization is a type of structural optimization widely utilized in the structural design of the aerospace industry [31][32][33][34]. This method iteratively determines As shown in Figure 17, the maximum deformation of the landing gear occurs during the fully loaded condition at 54 during towing operations.…”

Section: Topological Optimizationmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Topological optimization is a type of structural optimization widely utilized in the structural design of the aerospace industry [31][32][33][34]. This method iteratively determines the optimal distribution of materials within a specified design area using the finite element method, based on given load conditions and constraints.…”

Section: Topological Optimizationmentioning

confidence: 99%

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Structural Strength Analysis and Optimization of Commercial Aircraft Nose Landing Gear under Towing Taxi-Out Conditions Using Finite Element Simulation and Modal Testing

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Yang,

Bai

et al. 2024

Aerospace

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In the field of civil aviation, the nose landing gear is a critical component that is prone to damage during taxiing. With the advent of new technologies such as towing taxi-out and hub motors, the nose landing gear faces increasingly complex operational environments, thereby imposing higher performance demands. Ensuring the structural safety of the nose landing gear is fundamental for the successful application of these technologies. However, current research on aircraft nose landing gear under these new conditions is somewhat lacking, particularly in terms of reliable analysis models for real-world scenarios. This study focuses on a typical Class C aircraft, specifically the B-727 model, for which a finite element model of the nose landing gear is developed. Modal testing of the aircraft’s nose landing gear is conducted using the impact hammer method, and the results are compared with those from the simulations. The experimental data indicate that the error range for the first seven natural frequencies is between 0.23% and 9.27%, confirming the high accuracy of the developed landing gear model. Furthermore, with towing taxi-out as the primary scenario, a dynamic model of the aircraft towing system is established, and an analysis on the structural strength and topological optimization of the nose landing gear under various conditions, including high speeds and heavy loads, is performed. The results show that the developed model can effectively support the analysis and prediction of the mechanical behavior of the nose landing gear. Under high-speed, heavy-load conditions, the nose landing gear experiences significantly increased loads, with the maximum deformation primarily occurring at the lower section of the shock strut’s outer cylinder. However, no damage occurred. Additionally, under these conditions, an optimized structural design for the landing gear was identified, which, while ensuring structural strength, achieves a 22.32% reduction in the mass of the outer cylinder, also ensuring safety in towing taxi-out conditions.

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Section: Topological Optimizationmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Topological optimization is a type of structural optimization widely utilized in the structural design of the aerospace industry [31][32][33][34]. This method iteratively determines the optimal distribution of materials within a specified design area using the finite element method, based on given load conditions and constraints.…”

Section: Topological Optimizationmentioning

confidence: 99%