A Comparative Study of UAM Configurations from Weight and Balance Perspective

摘要: Research in the field of Urban-Air-Mobility (UAM) has grown significantly in recent years. Several conventional and non-conventional configurations for UAM are under active consideration to make the system more efficient and viable for mass mobility. During the conceptual design phase, weight and balance analysis is critical in identifying potential design flaws and areas for optimization for such configurations. By analyzing different configurations, designers can determine which will meet their requirements while minimizing weight and ensuring balance. An improper or unperformed calculation can be fatal1.The radius of gyration needs to be more accurate, and the CAD-based method is costlier. A lumped mass approach (proposed by Pegram & Anemaat2) implemented in this study is quick, robust, and efficient for analysis. It is a cost-effective, fast, and accurate approach to conducting the analysis necessary …