The Bifurcation and Continuation Method from an Aerospace Systems Design Point of View

The purpose of this paper is to evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of the bifurcation and continuation method from the standpoint of aircraft design, and suggest ways to integrate it with the design cycle. The unique analytical and computational capabilities of this method are reviewed as the rst step in this evaluation. Next, we review its evolution and, in particular, some speci c problems where this method has been fruitfully employed. Applications to control design are particularly emphasised in this paper. We brie y review the preliminary design stage of an aircraft, and suggest approaches which will aid the integration of bifurcation methods into this stage.

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