Introduction

This text provides an introduction to structural dynamics and aeroelasticity, with an emphasis on conventional aircraft.

Primary Areas

The primary areas considered are structural dynamics, static aeroelasticity and dynamic aeroelasticity.

Structural Dynamics Material

The structural dynamics material emphasizes vibration, the modal representation and dynamic response.

Aeroelastic Phenomena

Aeroelastic phenomena discussed include divergence, aileron reversal, airload redistribution, unsteady aerodynamics, flutter and elastic tailoring.

Additional Features

More than one hundred illustrations and tables help clarify the text and more than fifty problems enhance student learning.

Target Audience

This text meets the need for an up-to-date treatment of structural dynamics and aeroelasticity for advanced undergraduate or beginning graduate aerospace engineering students.