Aeronautical Design Project: Flying V Concept
The project unfolded through several key stages:
Study of Aircraft Use Cases and Specification Creation: We meticulously examined the intended use cases of the aircraft and crafted a detailed specification to guide our design process.
Dimensioning of General Aircraft Characteristics: Based on the specifications, we determined the essential dimensions and overall characteristics of the aircraft.
Theoretical Performance Study: With the dimensions in place, we conducted a comprehensive theoretical performance study to assess its capabilities.
Component Selection: To match the theoretical performance, we carefully selected components such as the engine, wing profile, and landing gear.
3D Design on CATIA: Using CATIA, we transformed our chosen dimensions and characteristics into a detailed 3D design of the aircraft.
Sub-System Layout: We meticulously laid out the various sub-systems within the aircraft, including fuel tanks, passenger space, and cockpit, to ensure optimal functionality and safety.
Our aeronautical design project, the Flying V Concept, undertaken during our third year at Estaca in 2022, was a collaborative effort involving a team of six individuals.
Throughout this project, we honed and applied a range of valuable skills, including:
Specification development
Performance analysis
Component selection and integration
3D modeling and design on CATIA
Sub-system layout and integration
For our study, we focused on the Flying V, a V-shaped flying wing design that aims to provide performance equivalent to the A350-900 but with lower fuel consumption, resulting in reduced operational costs. This innovative prototype was conceptualized by Justus Benad and is currently undergoing research by the KLM Group. Its unique form piqued our interest, prompting us to delve into and comprehend it further through our aircraft architecture project.
