Publications [#282427] of Lawrence N. Virgin

Papers Published

1. Reynolds, RR; Dowell, EH; Tang, D; Virgin, LN, Nonlinear behavior of low aspect ratio panels in subsonic flow: a preliminary study, American Society of Mechanical Engineers, Aerospace Division (Publication) Ad, vol. 33 (December, 1993), pp. 9-12
   (last updated on 2023/06/01)

   Abstract:
   We describe an experimental investigation into the nonlinear behavior of thin elastic panels in subsonic flow. Specially, an apparatus is detailed that supports a low aspect ratio panel by clamping it along the spanwise edges while leaving its leading and trailing edges free. Preliminary results are given for a 0.016 inch thick panel with an aspect ratio of 2.72. A pronounced, leading-edge divergence phenomenon was observed at nonzero angles of attack.