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Title: A novel CFD/structural analysis of a cross parachute

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OSTI ID:10118224

A novel CFD/structural analysis was performed to predict functionality of a cross parachute under loadings near the structural limits of the parachute. The determination of parachute functionality was based on the computed structural integrity of the canopy and suspension lines. In addition to the standard aerodynamic pressure loading on the canopy, the structural analysis considered the reduction in fabric strength due to the computed aerodynamic heating. The intent was to illustrate the feasibility of such an analysis with the commercially available software PATRAN.

Research Organization:
Sandia National Labs., Albuquerque, NM (United States)
Sponsoring Organization:
USDOE, Washington, DC (United States)
DOE Contract Number:
AC04-94AL85000
OSTI ID:
10118224
Report Number(s):
SAND-93-3895C; CONF-940152-1; ON: DE94005271; BR: GB0103012
Resource Relation:
Conference: 32. aerospace sciences meeting and exhibit,Reno, NV (United States),11-14 Jan 1994; Other Information: PBD: [1993]
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English