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Bariş, Ahmet (author)In this thesis, a submerged inlet type for the engine core of the boundary layer ingesting APPU (Advanced Propulsion and Power Unit) is designed. The aim is to evaluate key geometric parameters that impact the flow field at the intake region by computing 3D CFD simulations. Various designs are created where entrance thickness, corner radius,...master thesis 2024
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Bajuk, Jože (author)This thesis investigates the aerodynamics of two finite wall-mounted cylinders in tandem, focusing on drag reduction as a function of governing parameters.<br/>For the experimental wind tunnel campaign, two measurement techniques were employed: balance measurements and stereoscopic particle image velocimetry. While balance measurements exhibited...master thesis 2024
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Alsudani, Ali (author)Aerodynamics has been an important aspect of the automotive industry for decades with the wheels being a notable contributing factor. They are responsible for up to 25% of the drag in the case of a general passenger car and up to 30%-50% for an open-wheeled race car.<br/> In this research, the aerodynamic characteristics of an isolated rotating...master thesis 2024
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Kemme, Daan (author)The goal of this graduation thesis is to design a bicycle computer mount (BCM) that connects bike computers with road cycling handlebars in a visually appealing, and aerodynamic way. Initiated between Delft University of Technology and a leading sports equipment company, the project addresses the evolving needs of cyclists regarding maximum...master thesis 2024
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Plijter, Jurrien (author)This thesis investigates the aerodynamics of a propeller-wing-flap system, spurred by the growing interest in propeller-driven aircraft and the potential introduction of distributed electric propulsion. The research focuses on the complex flowfield involving the interaction of the propeller slipstream with the main wing and flap at high-lift...master thesis 2023
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Cueto Corral, Pablo (author)This study explores the flowfield around a pusher propeller-wing configuration using Lagrangian Particle Tracking (LPT). It assesses LPT’s capability to characterise propeller-wing interactions, emphasising its ability to resolve complex flow dynamics.<br/><br/>The experiment successfully achieves high particle concentrations downstream of the...master thesis 2023
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Maes, Vincent (author)The aerodynamic model of a combat aircraft is essential for its success and competitiveness compared to other combat aircraft. This thesis aims to research the most optimal machine learning model to create an aerodynamic model of a combat aircraft. The very large but still sparse, highly nonlinear dataset forms a challenge for using specific...master thesis 2023
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Schipper, Jurrien (author)Modelling of Floating Offshore Wind Turbines (FOWTs) is challenging due to the strong coupling between the aerodynamics of the turbine and the hydrodynamics of the floating structure, which makes the dynamic response of the whole system highly complex. A variety of numerical approaches can be used to predict this response.<br/><br/>The frequency...master thesis 2023
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Rotundo, Carlo (author)The ever-growing aerospace industry's urgent need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions has ignited a surge of interest in hybrid or fully electric propulsion systems. The electrification of aircraft introduces the possibility for energy to be recovered during phases of flight where no power input is required, and previous research has demonstrated...master thesis 2023
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Tziaros, Filotas (author)The need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions is emergent throughout every industrial sector worldwide. For aviation, this has opened a market gap for small scale electric aircraft configurations (e-V/STOL). These configurations are very diverse and they are classified based on how lift is obtained. However, their flight...master thesis 2023
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Laar, Yuri (author)The Flying V is a long-range, flying-wing aircraft where payload and fuel both reside in a V-shaped, crescent wing with large winglets that double as vertical tail planes. The objective of this study is to maximize the lift-to-drag (𝐿/𝐷) ratio of the Flying V in cruise conditions, i.e. 𝐶𝐿 = 0.26, 𝑀 = 0.85...master thesis 2023
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van der Waals, Max (author)The importance of aerodynamic efficiency in the cycling sport is well known. Simple calculations demonstrate the considerable impact of just a few percentages in drag savings on the outcome of a competition where the margins can be incredibly small. Achieving a drag reduction can, however, be challenging as the flow topology of a cyclist is...master thesis 2023
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Granata, Francesco (author)To address the environmental impact of air travel, the industry has introduced various solutions, including sustainable fuels and new aircraft configurations. The Flying V is one such concept that promises a 20% reduction in fuel consumption compared to its most advanced competitor. Unlike traditional commercial airplanes, the Flying V is a...master thesis 2023
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de Fuijk, Dirk (author)Adequate modeling of the unsteady aerodynamics during flow separation is critical for effective pilot training in Flight Simulation Training Devices. Over the years, a stall modeling method rooted in Kirchhoff's theory of flow separation has gained popularity due to its relative simplicity and suitability for parameter identification from flight...master thesis 2023
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Bettini, Andrea (author)This thesis presents an energy-conservative data-driven approach in modelling the closure terms of the Navier-Stokes equations casted through the Variational Multiscale (VMS) framework. For context, the VMS framework is applied in designing stabilised finite element methods for multiscale phenomena in which stability is not guaranteed. Under...master thesis 2023
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Rapisarda, Claudio (author)Future Mars exploration missions require safe and controlled landing on the planet’s surface. Conventional entry, descent and landing (EDL) technologies, such as parachutes and rigid aeroshells, face limitations in meeting increasing demands for heavier payloads, harsher entry conditions, and desired landing locations due to their limited...master thesis 2023
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Janoff, Philipp (author)Leading edge roughness is an important challenge for the wind energy industry as blades are permanently exposed to the damaging impacts of the environment. The contamination due to impact of insects, ice accretion and dust; as well as the erosion of the blade due to rain, debris and abrasive airborne particles increase roughness upon the surface...master thesis 2023
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KOTTISWARAN, JAYESH BALAJI (author)This research work presents the observations of the updated quasi-steady aerodynamic model of the Atalanta project, a flapping wing Micro Air Vehicle (MAV) project, for additional velocity conditions. The main focus of this research work is to update the existing quasi-steady model of Q.Wang developed for hovering conditions since its...master thesis 2023
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Brown, Reiny (author)In cycling, the presence of drag reduction from drafting, when multiple cyclists ride in tandem, is a considerable area of performance enhancement for a cycling team and the customisation of this tandem group has the potential of maximising the drag reduction for the entire group or a specific cyclist. The flow interactions between two tandem...master thesis 2023
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Topper, Friso (author)Boundary layer ingestion is an airframe-propulsion integration technology capable of enhancing aircraft propulsive efficiency. The Propulsive Fuselage Concept, a tube-and-wing layout with an rear-fuselage-mounted propulsor in the boundary layer ingestion configuration, especially takes advantage this. However, the relation between physical shape...master thesis 2023