TRANSONIC WING DESIGN BY INVERSE OPTIMIZATION USING MOGA

An inverse optimization method coupled with a multiobjective Genetic Algorithm has been applied to design a transonic wing for mid-size regional aircraft. Optimization of target pressure distributions was formulated to give minimum induced drag as well as minimum profile drag. The straight isobar pattern of pressure contours was specified on the upper surface of the wing. To design a realistic wing, constraints of wing volume and smoothness of wing twist were considered. The resulting design shows good performance over a wide range of Mach numbers.