Non-linear analysis of a typical nose landing gear model with torsional free play

Abstract One of the problems faced by the aircraft community is the landing gear dynamics, especially the shimmy. Non-linear behaviour of landing gear makes the evaluation of the shimmy phenomenon more complex and its prediction more difficult. Notably the non-linearities in landing gear torsional free play tend to destabilize the landing gear, whereas the frictional non-linearity dissipates energy and thus increases the landing gear stability. This article presents the study of the shimmy instability of a typical nose landing gear model developed based on the Li formulations with torsional free play. Finally, the study has been performed to postpone the dynamic instability by introducing magneto rheological fluid-based damper.

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