Abstract
In the context of adjoint-based optimization, nonlinear conservation laws pose significant problems regarding the existence and uniqueness of both direct and adjoint solutions, as well as the well-posedness of the problem for sensitivity analysis and gradient-based optimization algorithms. In this paper we will analyze the convergence of the adjoint equations to known exact solutions of the inviscid Burgers” equation for a variety of numerical schemes. The effect of the non-differentiability of the underlying approximate Riemann solver, complete vs. incomplete differentiation of the discrete schemes and inconsistencies in time advancement will be discussed.
Original language | English (US) |
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Title of host publication | 46th AIAA Fluid Dynamics Conference |
Publisher | American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics Inc, AIAA |
ISBN (Print) | 9781624104367 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Jan 1 2016 |
Externally published | Yes |