MISL3: Missile Aerodynamics Prediction
Fast-running, engineering-level missile aerodynamics predictions for analysis and design
MISL3 efficiently predicts longitudinal and lateral aerodynamic characteristics including damping derivatives and is essential for generating aerodynamic data bases for flight simulations.
Models axisymmetric bodies with up to three fin sections with fully deflectable fins. Bodies may have conical changes in body diameter: flares and boattails. Based on high resolution, high angle-of-attack, experimental data bases and advanced equivalent angle-of-attack concept. Detailed body and fin vortex modeling for induced nonlinear effects between fin sets.
As an option, MISL3 can be linked with the store separation program STRLNCH for detailed aerodynamic analysis of store carriage loads and trajectories.
MISL3 is available for Windows and Linux computers subject to license fees and a software license agreement. AMA recommends a two-day training course which includes interpretation of the output and "hands-on" code running. Delivery to foreign countries requires U.S. State Department export license.
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Capabilities
Applicable Configurations
Aerodynamic Quantities Computed
Range of Flow Parameters
Important Modeling Features
Output Options
For software licensing information contact: softwaresales@ama-inc.com
References
Lesieutre, D. J. "Prediction of Sparrow Missile Aerodynamic Characteristics with a Non-Linear Engineering-Level Missile Prediction Method," AIAA 2017-3399, June 2017.
Lesieutre, D. J. and Quijano, O. E. "Studies of Vortex Interference Associated with Missile Configurations," AIAA-2014-0213, Jan. 2014.
McDaniel, M. A., Evans, C. and Lesieutre, D. J., "The Effect of Tail Fin Parameters on the Induced Roll of a Canard-Controlled Missile," AIAA 2010-4226, Jun. 2010.
Lesieutre, D. J., Love, J. F., and Dillenius, M. F. E., "Prediction of the Nonlinear Aerodynamic Characteristics of Tandem-Control and Rolling-Tail Missiles," AIAA-2002-4511, Aug. 2002.