Master thesis assignment: Tilt-rotor-wing aerodynamic modelling for aeroelastic analysis

NLR - Netherlands Aerospace Centre; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 3,300 - 5,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Internship allowance

Flexible work environment

Learning opportunities

Job summary

NLR - Netherlands Aerospace Centre invites a motivated master student in Aerospace Engineering to join our aeroelastic wind tunnel project in Amsterdam. You will assist with design & development of tilt-rotor aeroelastic models and run simulations using rotorcraft modelling software.

We expect solid aerodynamic theory, interest in rotary wing applications, and programming skills in MATLAB and Python. CFD experience and aeroelastic knowledge are beneficial; you will work in a flexible, high-tech

Qualifications

• Master student in Aerospace Engineering with strong aeroelastic knowledge.
• Solid aerodynamic theoretical knowledge and interest in rotary wing applications.
• Solid programming skills in MATLAB and Python; CFD experience is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Assist aeroelastic wind tunnel model design & development.
• Perform simulations with rotorcraft modelling software.
• Contribute to CFD analyses and data validation.
• Document results and contribute to reports.

Skills

Aerospace

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Structured working

Critical thinking

Education

Master's student in Aerospace Engineering

Tools

MATLAB

Python

CFD

Job description

What will you be doing?

Tilt-rotor aircraft offer a significant advantage over conventional helicopters in terms of cruise speed and efficiency. NLR is currently preparing a wind tunnel test of a tilt-rotor-wing configuration. The focus of the wind tunnel test is aeroelastic stability (i.e. flutter and limit-cycle oscillations). The goal of this test is to gather data for validation of comprehensive analysis tools. To assist the aeroelastic wind tunnel model design & development, simulations with a comprehensive rotorcraft modelling software are performed as well.

Job Description

Tilt-rotor aircraft offer a significant advantage over conventional helicopters in terms of cruise speed and efficiency. NLR is currently preparing a wind tunnel test of a tilt-rotor-wing configuration. The focus of the wind tunnel test is aeroelastic stability (i.e. flutter and limit-cycle oscillations). The goal of this test is to gather data for validation of comprehensive analysis tools. To assist the aeroelastic wind tunnel model design & development, simulations with a comprehensive rotorcraft modelling software are performed as well.

Result

Study into low to mid-fidelity aerodynamic modelling approaches for tilt-rotor aeroelastic analysis. CFD analysis of part of the tilt-rotor-wing model.

Duration of the internship?

9 months, starting date as soon as possible/upon agreement.

What do we expect from you?

• Master student in Aerospace Engineering;
• Solid aerodynamic theoretical knowledge;
• Interest in rotary wing applications;
• Good programming skills (MATLAB, Python);
• Experience with CFD beneficial;
• Knowledge of aeroelasticity beneficial;
• Structured way of working;
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills;
• Critical attitude;

What do we offer you?

• A flexible, high-tech work environment and fun colleagues;
• A team where you get the chance to develop and learn new skills;
• A challenging internship;
• An internship allowance;

About NLR

Royal NLR has been a knowledge organization with the will and ambition to innovate for over 100 years. Based on that motivation, we make the world of aviation and space travel safer, more sustainable, more efficient and effective and stand for groundbreaking innovations. We employ more than 1000 passionate professionals, from aircraft engineers to psychologists and from mathematicians to application experts. NLR stands for an inclusive and diverse organization where everyone feels welcome, safe, valued and respected.

Would you like to know more about your future internship?

Feel free to contact Anouk van Rooij ( [e-mail] ), [phone].

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A positive VOG screening is necessary for this position.