Aerospace Engineering

Catalog description

Introduction to Tensors Algebra. Frames and coordinates in dynamics systems. General equations of motion of rigid airplanes and reduction to steady state flight situations. Steady state forces and moments. Stability derivatives. Static stability, control and trim. Trim envelope. Relationships with handling quality requirements. Engine-out flight. Effects of the control system. Implications to airplane design. Prerequisite: Grade of C- or higher in AE 211, and MATH 127 or MATH 147, and MATH 220 or MATH 221. Corequisite: AE 545 or AE 546 and MATH 290 or MATH 291, or permission of instructor.