Introduction of First Low Boom Prediction Workshop

An introduction to the first low boom prediction workshop is presented. The workshop objective will be to assess the state of the art for using computational fluid dynamics to predict near-field pressure signatures needed for accurate sonic boom propagations. Workshop participants will be supplied with 3 models, analysis of two will be required and the third optional. The models vary from a simple body of revolution to a complex full aircraft configuration with flow through nacelles. Participants will be supplied with computational meshes suitable for Euler analysis. Wind tunnel data will also be made available before the workshop for comparison with participant generated computational results. At the conclusion of the workshop, areas will be identified which require additional research and development to accurately predict low sonic boom near-field signatures.