Topology Optimization of a Section of a Morphing Serpentine Aircraft Inlet

The applicability of morphing structures for airframe design is well documented, as aircraft surfaces are sensitive to flight conditions and environmental factors. This becomes a critical factor in the design of airframes with internally mounted propulsion systems. Such designs necessitate the use of a serpentine inlet, the optimal shape of which is dependent on flight conditions. This work focusses on the structural optimization of a section …