Challenge
Given a set of design requirements and a set of example hand calculations, I was tasked with writing a MATLAB code that could calculate and size a commerical airliner that used both existing technologies and future technologies.
Once the aircraft was calcuated, I was tasked with generating the neccesary drawings for both aircraft, as well as an internal layout for passengers and cargo.
Once both aircraft were calcuated and drawn, a performance trade study was to be conducted for both of these aircraft.
Solution
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Key Results
- Wrote a complete 900+ line MATLAB code to size a commercial airliner based on technology multiplying coefficients and design requirements
- Used SOLIDWORKS to generate 2 complete aircraft models that included and interior layout.
- Wrote a Trade-Study that evaluated the benefits of using traditonal aluminum components against the use of lighter-weight composite components.
Project Details
Client
Aerospace Senior Capstone Design Project
Duration
3 months
Team Size
Individual Project
Year
2025
Technologies Used
MATLABSOLIDWORKSAircraft DesignRegulatory ComplianceTechnical Drawing