At the end of this course, the students; 1) Learns flight mechanics, coordinate systems, state variables and equations of motion. 2) Learns external forces and moments, analysis tools, basic design problem and test/prediction tools.
MODE OF DELIVERY
Face to face
PRE-REQUISITES OF THE COURSE
No
RECOMMENDED OPTIONAL PROGRAMME COMPONENT
none
COURSE DEFINITION
Flight Mechanics, Coordinate Systems, State Variables, Equations of Motion, External Forces and Moments: Aerodynamics (Example Aerodynamic Model), Thrust (Example Thrust Model), Gravity, Analysis Tools: Ampiric Tools (Range, Control Effectiveness, Stability), Different Degrees of Freedom Flight Simulations (2dof, 3dof, 6dof), Basic Design Problem: Stability, Control, Range, Dispersion, Test/Prediction Tools: Wind Tunnel Testing, Flight Testing, Computational Methods