Optimization

See examples/aircraft/run_opt.py for a basic example. Other scripts in the examples' directory provide examples for more complex cases.

More documentation to follow. For now if you have a question post an issue on github.

Debugging

• Some variables (like chord, dihedral, x and z leading edge position) can lead to local minimum. To help fix this add a constraint that keeps the variable monotonic or use a custom parameterization.
• Discontinuities can appear when moving flaps or ailerons due to sparse paneling. Use section paneling for this case to preserve good paneling at the edges of the control surfaces.