Aircraft Design

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(cross-leveled with MAE 7940 ). Conceptual design of aircraft, from initial sizing and design layout to design analysis, optimization and trade studies. Fundamental theories for aircraft design including sizing, aerodynamic forces, airfoil selection, wing loading, configuration layout payloads, propulsion systems, landing gear, aerospace structures, and cost analysis. Graded on A-F basis only. Credit Hour s : 3 Prerequisites: C- or better in ENGINR 2200 , MAE 3400 , MAE 3600 , and Junior standing in MAE