“The book is generally well written and easy to read, with a pleasing use of aircraft photographs to illustrate the text.” Wiley Online Library · 11 years ago
: It reviews the building blocks of computational geometries, such as curve and surface formulations.
: While covering general airframe geometry, it places a significant focus on lift-generating surfaces and legacy formulations. Aircraft Aerodynamic Design: Geometry and Optim...
The text is designed for aerospace industry professionals, researchers, and students interested in aircraft design and Multidisciplinary Design Optimization (MDO).
: A standout feature is the inclusion of MATLAB, Python, and Rhinoceros code, allowing readers to apply concepts immediately to their own models. “The book is generally well written and easy
by András Sóbester and Alexander I. J. Forrester is a practical, code-heavy textbook that focuses on the crucial link between geometry parameterization and airframe optimization. It is generally regarded as a well-written, accessible resource for those needing to bridge the gap between theoretical aerodynamics and modern computational design. Key Features and Content
: The book argues that optimal design is impossible without a mathematical model of controls (design variables) to generate candidate airframe shapes. : A standout feature is the inclusion of
: Includes "real-life" example case studies to ground theoretical optimization in practical engineering scenarios. Critical Reception