MAE3901

Propulsion systems ( 6 points, SCA Band 2, 0.125 EFTSL)

Leader: D R Honnery

Offered:
Clayton Second semester 2006 (Day)

Synopsis: The thermodynamics of air standard power cycles and their relationship to real cycles. An introduction to fuels and combustion chemistry. Aircraft and space flight engines, their operation and performance. Propellers; an introduction to blade theory, design, operation and performance.

Assessment: Examination (2 hours): 70% + Assignments, projects and laboratory reports: 30%

Contact Hours: 22 lecture hours and 22 practice classes/laboratory hours

Prerequisites: MEC2480 or MAE3965