Basic Aeromechanics for small Unmanned Air Systems (sUAS)

The Army Research Laboratory Research Associateship Program (ARL-RAP) opportunity focuses on basic aerodynamics research specifically related to small Unmanned Air System (sUAS) relevant problems and scales. Research on this project typically involves the use of experimental fluid mechanics techniques (PIV, MTV, HWA, others) for investigating topic areas such as gusts, highly dynamic maneuvers of small vehicles, and fluid-vehicle interactions. Research also usually leverages the wind tunnel facility located at Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD. Research problems on this project may also include controls related research as they apply to sUAS and aerodynamics. The ARL-RAP program is designed to significantly increase the involvement of creative and highly trained scientists and engineers from academia and industry in scientific and technical areas of interest and relevance to the Army. Scientists and Engineers at the DEVCOM Army Research Laboratory help shape and execute the Army's program for meeting the challenge of developing technologies that will support Army forces in meeting future operational needs.