Introduction to Aeroelasticity using Calculix & OpenFOAM

Course Description

Introduction to Aeroelasticity using CalculiX & OpenFOAM course aims to develop a solid theoretical background for aeroelastic phenomena and transform that theoretical knowledge into practical engineering workflows using open-source simulation tools. The course starts with an overview of static aeroelasticity, covering static divergence and control reversal via two-degree-of-freedom typical section models. Then, dynamic flutter mechanisms, unsteady aerodynamic formulations including Theodorsen and Wagner functions, and structural modal dynamics are introduced along with their governing physics. Next, computational fluid-structure interaction (FSI) fundamentals—such as moving mesh kinematics (ALE), conservative interface mapping (RBF), and implicit coupling via the preCICE library—are presented in the context of OpenFOAM (CFD) and CalculiX (FEA). Finally, a complete non-linear panel flutter benchmark is conducted to demonstrate multi-solver execution and post-processing of limit cycle oscillations (LCO), phase portraits, and FFT spectra. At the end of this course, students will learn both the analytical foundations of aeroelasticity and the practical aspects of setting up high-fidelity FSI simulations using CalculiX and OpenFOAM.

Meet the Instructors

Key Information:

• Duration: 3h 2m
• Level: beginner
• Language: English
• Access Period: 6 months of full access
• Category: OpenFOAM
• Instructor:Burak

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