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MECH.4830 Aerodynamics and Flight Mechanics (Formerly 22.483)

Id: 003856 Credits Min: 3 Credits Max: 3

Description

Fundamentals of subsonic aerodynamics. Atmosphere models. Air speed measurement, boundary layers, aerodynamic heating. Circulation, downwash, and three-dimensional wing theory. Airfoil data, and lift and drag of aircraft components. Power required and power available. Introduction to aircraft performance calculations.

Prerequisites

Pre-Reqs: ENGN 2070 Dynamics and MECH 3810 Fluid Mechanics.

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