Aerodynamic Validation for Compressor Blades Structural Morphing Concepts

For increasing an aircraft’s engine efficiency and reducing emissions, the use of adaptive blades capable of guaranteeing an optimal performance at different flight phases is researched. An aerodynamic design point blade shape and morphed shapes for different conditions are determined. A structural design process develops structurally actuated morphing blades aiming to reach these aerodynamic goals. Finally, the aerodynamic sensitivity of the structurally achieved deformed geometries is studied.