GENERAL PURPOSE FIREFIGHTER HELICOPTER ACCORDION MODEL WATER TANK

Abstract

In this article, a unique internal tank and water discharge system are studied for the Sikorsky S-70 model helicopter. CAD design was made, CFD and Static Structural analyses are shown in simulated real-life cases. This alternative design has been proposed to encourage aerial fire extinguishing efforts by using a simpler system at a lower cost and to convert general-purpose helicopters into fire helicopters when necessary. The examination of test methodologies simulating real-life scenarios was conducted using Ansys Fluent and Ansys Static Structural. Research findings indicate that the integration of the new generation water tank within the cabin has resulted in substantial enhancements and has diversified aerial extinguishing capabilities.

Keywords

• Design
• Fluent
• Firefighting
• Helicopter

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