This module covers the concepts related to both aerodynamics and propulsion. In addition to the theoretical principles and their numerical applications, experimental techniques such as wind tunnel simulation and the basics of computational techniques such as Fluent and GasTurb will also be taught in this module.



Aerodynamics

Fundamentals

Inviscid and incompressible flow

Incompressible flow over aerofoils and finite wings

Experimental aerodynamics

Computational aerodynamics

Compressible flow

Linearised subsonic and supersonic flows

Boundary layer

Internal aerodynamics and hypersonic flow

Aerodynamic design factors



Propulsion

Aircraft piston engines

Engine performance parameters

Turbojet, Turboprop and Turbofan engines

Intakes

Compressor

Combustion chamber

Turbine

Exhaust

Engine selection/matching

Aircraft noise

Micro gas turbine

A 2000 words individual report weighted at 50% assessing learning outcomes 2 and 3. Meeting AHEP 4 Outcomes: C3, C4, C6, C7 and C12



A 1-hour examination (covering the aerodynamics part of the module) weighted at 50% assessing learning outcome 1. Meeting AHEP 4 Outcomes: C1 and C2



A 1-hour examination (covering the propulsion part of the module) weighted at 50% assessing learning outcome 1. Meeting AHEP 4 Outcomes: C1 and C2



Professional Body requirements mean that a minimum overall score of 40% is required to pass a module, with each element of assessment requiring a minimum mark of 30% unless otherwise stated.

This module will enable students to gain understanding, apply knowledge, analyse and evaluate problems and create solutions through a variety of activities, including:

Taught Lectures

Tutorials

Student centred learning to included laboratory work, research and example questions and problems.

1. Apply the principles of aerodynamics and propulsion to solve complex problems. (AHEP 4: C1, C2)

Knowledge and Understanding
Analysis
Application


2. Calibrate a subsonic wind tunnel and investigate the aerodynamic surfaces in it. (AHEP 4: C4, C12)

Analysis
Problem Solving


3. Evaluate an aircraft engine’s performance and fuel consumption requirement using computational and analytical techniques with relevant literature. (AHEP 4: C3, C4, C6, C7)

Analysis
Application

Abbott, I. H. and Von Doenhoff, A. E., (1959) Theory of Wing Sections, Dover Publications.



Anderson, J. D., (2016) Fundamentals of Aerodynamics, 6th Ed, McGraw Hill.



Anderson, J. D., (2016) Introduction to Flight, 8th Ed, McGraw-Hill.



Bertin, J. J., Cummings, R. M. and Venkata Reddy, P., (2014) Aerodynamics for Engineers, Pearson.



El-Sayed, A. F. (2018); Fundamentals of Aircraft and Rocket Propulsion, Springer.



El-Sayed, A. F. (2017); Aircraft Propulsion and Gas Turbine Engines (2nd Edition), CRC Press.



Farokhi, S. (2021); Aircraft Propulsion: Cleaner, Leaner, and Greener (3rd Edition), Wiley.



Heywood, J. (2018); Internal Combustion Engine Fundamentals (2nd Edition), McGraw Hill.



Hill, P.G. & Peterson, C.R., (2009) Mechanics & Thermodynamics of Propulsion, Pearson.

Wind Tunnel equipment

GasTurb software

ANSYS-Fluent software

This module covers the concepts related to both aerodynamics and propulsion. In addition to the theoretical principles and their numerical applications, experimental techniques such as wind tunnel simulation and the basics of computational techniques such as Fluent and GasTurb will also be taught in this module.