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Aerodynamic Simulation of a Quadcopter Drone with 4 Blades Using MRF for Hovering, Ascending, and Forward Flight
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10Â Geometries
0Â Meshes
8Â Simulation setups
12Â Results
10Â Geometries 0Â Meshes 8Â Simulation setups 12Â ResultsAbout this project
This project presents a CFD simulation of a 3D quadcopter drone equipped with four blades, each modeled using Multiple Reference Frame (MRF) zones to capture rotational effects. The study investigates three flight scenarios—hovering, ascending, and forward motion—by applying distinct boundary conditions for each case within a steady-state, incompressible airflow environment. Using SimScale, the simulation incorporates a refined mesh validated through a mesh independence study, and employs the k-epsilon turbulence model for accuracy. Velocity inlets, pressure outlets, and wall conditions are carefully assigned to replicate realistic aerodynamic behavior. The results include visualizations of velocity streamlines, pressure distributions, and thrust profiles for each scenario. The analysis provides insight into rotor performance and flow dynamics, and is supported by validation techniques to ensure reliability. This setup is ideal for academic and engineering applications focused on UAV aerodynamics and flight optimization.
