Nonlinear Aeroelasticity of Morphing Wing with Piezoelectric Actuator

Abstract

In this paper, a flexible morphing wing with piezoelectric materials for morphing actuation is studied. It provides a description of the electro-aeroelastic equations of morphing wings taking into account piezoelectric effects, which can be used to actuate morphing wings. The electro-mechanical model is validated by comparing with experimental results. The actuation of rectangular corrugated wing for camber morphing is also verified. Aeroelastic behaviors of a corrugated wing with the piezoelectric actuator are also explored.