Open source tools for CFD

http://www.geuz.org/gmsh/
http://www.opencfd.co.uk/openfoam/

Aerodynamic efficiency index, AEI

I have been trying to come up with my own formula (that differs from the various CAFE formulas to have a weighting that suits me better). I found another interesting comparative formula, the AEI.

AEI = (W0*U0)/hp

where W0 is the gross weight in lbs
where U0 is the free stream velocity in ft/s
where the hp is the horse power required

In other words for Diamond DA40 this is:

W0=1200 kg = 2640 lbs
U0= 214 ft/s (127 kts cruise at 10000 ft)
hp_cruise=90

=>

AEI(Diamond DA40) = (2640*214)/90
AEI(Diamond DA40) = 6277

Unlike the CAFE formula this has no weighting for these parameters.
If I would like to make my formula based on this, I might want to weight the hp a bit more.
That is because the lower the hp figure gets, the better is the fuel economy if everything else remains constant.

Why this index is good? Because it isolates aerodynamics from structural engineering and does not care how much useful load the craft has. It only considers the aerodynamically important point, how much power is required to move the mass forwards and at the same time keep it on air.

Minimizing fuselage drag (external link)

Bruce Carmichael: Minimizing fuselage drag. http://www.aerorag.com/resource/aircraft/aerodynamics/carmichael/min_fus_drag_carmichael.pdf

AOPA article about Klaus Savier's 100 mpg Vari-Ez

Here is a link to the article by AOPA about Klaus Savier's Vari-Ez.

“For all these guys that think magnetos are so great, I only have one question: Why don’t you put magnetos in your cars?” Read more by clicking the link below:

http://www.aopa.org/aircraft/articles/2020/081230100mpg.html?WT.mc_id=090102epilot&WT.mc_sect=gan

Ame Technician Jobs - Spice Jet - Mumbai, Maharashtra

Required Ame Technician

Spice Jet - Mumbai, Maharashtra

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Job Summary
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Vacancy Type : Full Time
Gender Preference : Male
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Job Country : India

Job Requirement
Key Skills : Ame Technician, Diploma
Salary (Per Month) : Rs. 20,000-25,000
Qualification : Diploma

Job Details:

We are Looking for Ame Technician for a Good Growing Company.
Contact Details
Contact Person Name : Mr.Rehan Khan
Year Of Establishment : 1988
Company Type : Private Ltd.
Number Of Employees : 350 - 400
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Aviation Techpubs Jobs

Technical Writer - Aviation

Productive Resources, now a part of Lionbridge Technologies, Inc. - Indianapolis, IN (Indianapolis, Indiana Area)

Job Description
Technical Writer – Aviation
 Position Specifics: Full-time, Permanent (not contract)
Position Overview:

This opportunity is for a Technical Writer in Indianapolis Indiana. In this position, your duties would include:
    Typing technical documentation for the Technical Publications Department and for the Customer including:
        Aircraft Manuals (maintenance, operation, overhaul)
        Illustrated Parts Catalogs
        Bulletins
        IETMs

    Tracking projects independently and raising issues as appropriate to ensure on-time delivery of materials and assignments

    Working with source data (Engineering specs, parts lists, drawings) and industry and/or customer standards and specifications

    Reviewing aerospace source data, engineering prints, and other related customer documents to create a coherent technical document.

Desired Skills & Experience

 Requirements

    Extensive hands-on jet engine experience (A&P license preferred)
    Functional computer literacy with specific proficiency in Quicksilver/Interleaf, Arbortext, SGML, Adobe FrameMaker, Word, Excel, and Outlook
    Ability to quickly learn new software programs and technology systems
    Excellent typing and written communication skills
    Strong initiative and follow through; ability to work within a team environment
    Use or authoring of aircraft maintenance manuals (ATA 100/ S1000D standard/ knowledge)

Company Description

Originally founded in 1991, Productive Resources has focused on providing to clients all over the world top-quality, cost effective Mechanical Engineering, Drafting, and Technical Publications services from our various offices across the Midwest. As our operation and range of services grow, we will continue to seek, acquire, and develop talented staff to remain a preferred provider in our industry.

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In fact, we thrive in tough economic times. Why? Companies across the world turn to outsourcers like Productive Resources for their engineering needs in lieu of having to make the long-term commitment of hiring their own staff to do so. We’ll offer the training, we’ll pay the benefits, and we’ll provide the office where our professionals work. In essence, they hire us to get the job done -- and we do the rest! We offer our employees opportunity for growth and advancement as each year we continue to offer more services to more companies in more industries.

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PR offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes: paid holidays and vacation, health/dental/vision insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance/AD&D coverage, 401(k) retirement plan, Employee Assistance Program, and flexible scheduling to promote work/life balance.

SPECIALTIES

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Additional Information

Type:  Full-time
Experience: Associate
Functions: Writing/Editing 
Industries:  Airlines/Aviation, Writing and Editing 
Job ID: 3662425

Technical Writer Engineering Jobs

Technical Writer Engineering - Greater St. Louis Area

Job Description
Aircraft company is looking for 10 technical writers to use FrameMaker for technical publications of the interior of business jets.

Desired Skills & Experience
FrameMaker
Aircraft Exp
Business Jet Aircraft

Type:  Contract
Experience:  Mid-Senior level
Functions:  Writing/Editing 
Industries:  Aviation & Aerospace 
Job ID: 3605459

Jet glider conceptual study (link)

http://www.google.fi/url?sa=t&source=web&ct=res&cd=6&url=http%3A%2F%2Fsalamanca.khbo.be%3A8080%2Fdoks%2Fdo%2Ffiles%2FFiSe8a81998218eeb4e50118ef3ae0650156%2Feindwerk.pdf%3Bjsessionid%3D5E70EC2B35D00A97C21355C91E39AFE5%3FrecordId%3DSKHB8a81998218eeb4e50118ef3ae0630155&ei=0tKfSpiOCoaQsAbvkPkc&usg=AFQjCNE_pm74spwMHweSYoUJ4k-GTc4ocw&sig2=hhrDwapR25sdgbscQ8vHPA

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