AERODYNAMICS

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This course is an introductory course to the subject of Aerodynamics. Fundamentals physical quantities and the source of all aerodynamics forces, continuity, momentum and energy equations. Measurement of airspeed: incompressible flow, subsonic compressible flow, supersonic flow. Introduction to viscous flow, laminar and turbulent boundaries, transition, flow separation. Airfoils, wings and other aerodynamic shapes. Elements of airplane performance, equations of motion, thrust, power and maximum velocity. Principles of stability and control (static and dynamic stability, control), moments on the airplane, absolute angle of attack. Astronautics: differential, Lagrange’s and orbit equations. Prerequisite: MECH3350 (4 credits)