Propulsion requirements, effects of Mach Number, altitude, and application; basic propeller theory; propeller, turboshaft, turbojet, turbofan and rocket; cycle analysis and optimization for gas turbine power plant; inter-relations between thermodynamic, aerodynamic and mechanical designs; rocket propulsion; selection of aeroengines. Precludes additional credit for MECH 4401. Prerequisite(s): MAAE 2400 and MAAE 3300.Lectures three hours a week.
Propulsion requirements, effects of Mach Number, altitude, and application; basic propeller theory; propeller, turboshaft, turbojet, turbofan and rocket; cycle analysis and optimization for gas turbine power plant; inter-relations between thermodynamic, aerodynamic and mechanical designs; rocket propulsion; selection of aeroengines. Precludes additional credit for MECH 4401. Prerequisite(s): MAAE 2400 and MAAE 3300.Lectures three hours a week.