aDaimler Benz Aerospace AG, MT633, 81663 München, Germany;bCentral Aerohydrodynamic Institute, TsAGI, 140160 Zhukovsky, Moscow region, Russia
Abstract:
Results of a numerical (CFD) study of the influence of the forebody shape on local flow parameters at a bottom-mounted inlet entrance are presented. The free-stream Mach number is assumed to be 3.5–7.0. Some recommendations on forebody shape optimization are provided. Main characteristics of the air inlet are evaluated.