Aerodynamics of Aircraft 1
Module MW0007
This module handbook serves to describe contents, learning outcome, methods and examination type as well as linking to current dates for courses and module examination in the respective sections.
Module version of SS 2011
There are historic module descriptions of this module. A module description is valid until replaced by a newer one.
| available module versions | ||
|---|---|---|
| SS 2016 | WS 2011/2 | SS 2011 |
Basic Information
MW0007 is a semester module in German language at Bachelor’s level and Master’s level which is offered in winter semester.
This module description is valid from 2002w to SS 2019.
This Module is included in the following catalogues within the study programs in physics.
- Catalogue of non-physics elective courses
| Total workload | Contact hours | Credits (ECTS) |
|---|---|---|
| 150 h | 45 h | 5 CP |
Content, Learning Outcome and Preconditions
Content
The module Aerodynamics of Aircraft I focuses on the basics of the calculation and the analysis of the aerodynamic forces acting on aircraft. Thus, it belongs to the application oriented engineering studies. Based on Aerodynamics of Aircraft I there are continuative modules provided. Content: (1) Basic principles and fundamental terms, (2) mission and flight mechanical aspects, (3) Potential flow, (4) Integral equation for two-dimensional lifting surfaces, (5) Theory of airfoils and systematics, (6) Theory of finite wings, (7) Airfoil design and optimization, (8) Experimental aerodynamics.
Learning Outcome
After successful participation in the module, the student is able to:
- understand and characterize subsonic flow physical phenomena of airfoils and wings
- understand fundamental theoretical models of fluid mechanics and aerodynamics
- comprehend and utilize the potential-theoretically calculation for airfoil (thickness and lift theory) and wing (lifting-line method)
- determine airfoil and wing aerodynamics for subsonic conditions with this calculation method
- identify aerodynamic parameters by requirements from mission and flight mechanics
- be familiar with airfoil systematic descriptions
- comprehend the phenomena relevant for airfoil design
- put requirements for experimental aerodynamics using wind tunnels in the right perspective"
- understand and characterize subsonic flow physical phenomena of airfoils and wings
- understand fundamental theoretical models of fluid mechanics and aerodynamics
- comprehend and utilize the potential-theoretically calculation for airfoil (thickness and lift theory) and wing (lifting-line method)
- determine airfoil and wing aerodynamics for subsonic conditions with this calculation method
- identify aerodynamic parameters by requirements from mission and flight mechanics
- be familiar with airfoil systematic descriptions
- comprehend the phenomena relevant for airfoil design
- put requirements for experimental aerodynamics using wind tunnels in the right perspective"
Preconditions
Fluid Mechanics I
Courses, Learning and Teaching Methods and Literature
Courses and Schedule
| Type | SWS | Title | Lecturer(s) | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VO | 2 | Aerodynamics of Aircraft I | Breitsamter, C. |
Thu, 10:15–11:45, MW 0350 |
| UE | 1 | Exercises on Aerodynamics of Aircraft I |
Breitsamter, C.
Assistants: Kümmel, A.Ruhland, J. |
Fri, 15:00–16:30, MW 0350 |
Learning and Teaching Methods
Lecture: Presenting practice of teaching. Exercises: Presenting and work out practice of teaching.
Media
Frontal teaching supported by multimedia, exercises at the computer
Literature
Script, Lecture hand out, collection of exercises.
Module Exam
Description of exams and course work
The examination consists of a two-part written exam (90 min). By means of this exam the candidate needs to show, that he/she is able to recognize a problem and to find a way to solve the problem. The exam spans all subjects, which are presented in the module. Factual and contextual knowledge are examined in the first part of the exam, which is carried out without records. Problem solving competence has to be shown in the second arithmetical part.
Exam Repetition
There is a possibility to take the exam in the following semester.