NG3S311 - Aerodynamics & Propulsion 01 Apr 2025 - 31 Aug 2027 | Version 4
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | NG3S311 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Aerodynamics & Propulsion | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Science | ||
| Faculty Group: | Engineering | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Aeronautical Engineering | ||
| Module Leader: | Ilias Lappas | ||
| Module Team: | Rukshan Navaratne, Ewen Constant | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2016 | Final Year of Intake: | |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 20 | Credit Level: | 6 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100428 - aerodynamics | ||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 100 | ||
Document Version Information
| Version | 4 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Apr 2025 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2027 |
Module Aims
This module builds upon the fundamental principles of aerodynamics established in Thermofluids 1&2, by introducing the more advanced phenomenology of incompressible and compressible flows with a particular focus on how they apply to air vehicles.
To provide students a comprehensive knowledge of the principles of aircraft propulsion systems and the ability to analyse the key performance parameters of modern gas turbines.
Content Summary
Aerodynamics
• Incompressible flows over aerofoils and finite wings
• Helicopter aerodynamics
• Potential Flow
• Navier Stokes equations
• Boundary layers
• Introduction to gas dynamics and compressible flow
• Flow through nozzles, Mach number.
• Supersonic flows
Propulsion
History of Propulsion Systems;
• GT Development
o Fundamentals of aircraft propulsion: requirements and background;
o generation of thrust in a jet engine;
o the gas turbine cycle; principle and layout of jet engines; selection of bypass ratio; dimensional analysis; component characteristics; engine matching for off design
• Turbomachinery Aerodynamics
o Axial compressor and turbine description and design parameters; number of stages and loading considerations; velocity triangles; analysis of conditions away from mid-span; blade profile definition (simple sketches with main features); introduction to turbine blade cooling.
• Engine Performance Parameters
o Net Thrust, Specific Thrust,
o Specific Fuel Consumption, Thermal Efficiency, Propulsive Efficiency and Overall Efficiency
o Rocket propulsion
o Introduction to Ram jet, Pulse jet and Rocket engine
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 38 |
| Tutorial | 6 |
| Practical classes and workshops | 6 |
| Independent Study | 150 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Able to analyze and solve a range of problems in aerodynamics. |
| LO2 | Able to understand the performance indicators of typical aircraft engines and perform the relevant engine cycle analysis. |
Module Requisites
| Code | Title | Requisite Type |
|---|---|---|
| MOD008373 | Thermofluids 2 | pre-requisite |
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written Examination | Written Examination - Open Book (Unseen) 1 | Unseen examination | 180 | N/A | 70 | No | 40 |
| Written Assignment (CW) | Report (CW) 1 | Individual Report - Wind tunnel, or Propulsion rig lab, or performance simulation | 0 | 3000 | 30 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Written Examination - Open Book (Unseen) 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Report (CW) 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |