Flyover noise evaluation of low-noise technologies applied to a blended wing body aircraft

Abstract

In the frame of the European research project ARTEM (Aircraft noise Reduction Technologies and related Environmental iMpact), new aircraft architectures and alternative propulsion systems, e.g. Blended Wing Body (BWB) and geared turbofan engine concept, are investigated, as well as innovative noise reduction technologies such as metamaterials and low noise high-lift device systems. A noise impact assessment has been performed on a long-haul BWB concept developed by Roma Tre University, using the System Noise Prediction Tools of ONERA (CARMEN) and DLR (PANAM). First, shielding effects on the main noise emission sources are discussed, through installation effects hemispheres at relevant third-octave band frequencies around the aircraft. Based on the shielding assessment, detailed take-off and landing procedures are simulated for several aircraft configurations. Two alternative motorisations of the BWB are evaluated. Finally, the most promising low noise technologies developed in the frame of ARTEM are applied, and their impact on the aircraft’s overall noise levels on the ground is discussed. It can be demonstrated how the specific aircraft configuration, the engine type and the additional low-noise technology result in a significant overall noise reduction. An accompagning conference paper presents flyover auralisations based on these total aircraft noise calculations.