ME EN 415

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Flight Vehicle Design

Mechanical Engineering Ira A. Fulton College of Engineering

Course Description

Fundamental principles for designing flight vehicles (e.g., airplanes and rockets) including introductions to aerodynamics, structures, stability, propulsion, and performance. A combination of theory, computational methods, and a design project.

When Taught

Fall

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3

Fixed

3

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3

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0

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Propulsion System Design

Learning Outcome

Designing an airplane propulsion system.

Title

Stable and Controlled Flight Design

Learning Outcome

Designing an airplane for stable and controlled flight.

Title

Performance Requirement Design

Learning Outcome

Designing an airplane with specific performance requirements.

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Aerodynamic Design

Learning Outcome

Aerodynamic design of an airplane.

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Structural Design

Learning Outcome

Airplane structural design.