Module Details
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Title AERODYNAMICS
Code AERO316
Coordinator Dr S Timme
Mechanical, Materials & Aerospace Eng
Sebastian.Timme@liverpool.ac.uk
Year CATS Level Semester CATS Value
Session 2019-20 Level 6 FHEQ Whole Session 15

Aims

The module aims to help the student to develop the ability to understand qualitatively and to predict quantitatively the flow over an aerofoil at all speeds, and the flow over simple wings.

Learning Outcomes

(LO1) On successful completion of the module the students will be able to apply the appropriate aerodynamic theory depending on the flow conditions and assess the limitations of the data with reference to the limitations of the methods applied.

(LO2) On successful completion of the module the students will be able to analyse aerofoils for their aerodynamic characteristics.

(LO3) On successful completion of the module the students will be able analyse simple wings for their aerodynamic characteristics

(LO4) On successful completion of the module the students should have strengthened reporting skills and use the accepted technical language accordingly.

(S1) Problem solving skills

(S2) Numeracy

(S3) IT skills

(S4) Communication skills

Syllabus
 

Flow Modelling and Conservation Laws - Navier-Stokes equations, Euler equations, Laplace equation, Aerodynamic Hierarchy Potential Flow Theory - Laplace equation, velocity potential function, stream function, vorticity, Bernoulli's equation, irrotational flow, circulation Thin Aerofoil Theory - circulation theory of lift, lift, drag and moments on aerofoils , aerodynamic centre, centre of pressure , compressibility correction Shock/Expansion Theory - oblique shock wave, Prandtl-Meyer expansion Boundary Layers - separation, pressure gradients, laminar and turbulent. Lifting Line Theory - flow over finite wings.

Teaching and Learning Strategies

Teaching Method 1 - Lecture
Description: Lectures to introduce and explain the material, classroom exercises
Attendance Recorded: Not yet decided
Notes: Lecture notes are uploaded to Vital

Teaching Method 2 - Laboratory Work
Description: Computer exercises using MATLAB and XFOIL
Attendance Recorded: Not yet decided
Notes: Handouts uploaded to Vital

Teaching Schedule
  Lectures Seminars Tutorials Lab Practicals Fieldwork Placement Other TOTAL
Study Hours 48

     6

     54
Timetable (if known)              
Private Study 96
TOTAL HOURS 150

Assessment
EXAM Duration Timing
(Semester)		 % of
final
mark		 Resit/resubmission
opportunity		 Penalty for late
submission		 Notes
Written Exam Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When) :Semester 2  180 minutes    100       
CONTINUOUS Duration Timing
(Semester)		 % of
final
mark		 Resit/resubmission
opportunity		 Penalty for late
submission		 Notes
             

Recommended Texts
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