Research on Design and Optimization Methods for the Speed Performance of Autonomous Sailboats (面向航速最优的无人帆船设计与优化方法研究)
Published in Chinese Doctoral Dissertations Full-text Database, 2023
This study systematically addresses the critical speed limitation in autonomous sailboats caused by the inherent conflict between velocity and capsize resistance. It establishes a CFD and optimization-based Velocity Prediction Program (VPP) for accurate performance assessment, proposes a simulation-driven design framework utilizing Bayesian optimization and knowledge transfer to efficiently optimize hull-sail configurations under stability constraints, and introduces passive hydrofoils as an adaptive stabilization solution to indirectly boost speed. Validated through prototype testing (“Seagull”) and hydrodynamic simulations, these methods provide comprehensive theoretical foundations and practical tools for designing high-performance autonomous sailboats, significantly advancing their ocean observation efficiency and area accessibility.
Recommended citation: Yang An.(2023). "Design and Optimization Methods for Autonomous Sailboats Targeting Speed Performance." Ph.D. Dissertation.
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