SEMT 3212 Flight mechanic

SYNOPSIS
 
Flight mechanics is an important aspect in the design and operation of an aircraft. A flight mission can only be operated successfully and safely if proper efforts are given to this aspect. Therefore, in this course, students will be equipped with the fundamental concept of aircraft performance calculation and static stability determination needed to analyze and design modern aircraft. Proper due shall be given to both aspects of performance and static stability. It is a blended course that combines traditional teaching methods to Problem-Based Learning (PBL) approach based on real problems in flight mechanics and industrial visits of related industries.
 
 
  1. Course information
  2. Course Learning Outcomes (CLO)

PREREQUISITE

Aerodynamics (SEMT 3333)

ASSESSMENT

  1. Quiz: 5%
  2. Test 1: 20%
  3. Test 2: 20%
  4. Project 1: 5%
  5. Project 2: 10%
  6. Final examination: 40%

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REFERENCES
 
  1. Anderson J.D., Aircraft Performance and Design, McGraw-Hill Book Company, 1998.
  2. Shevell R S, Fundamentals of Flight, Prentice Hall, 2nd Edition, 1989.
  3. Eshelby  M, Aircraft Performance – Theory and Practice, Arnold 2000.
  4. Russell, J.B., Performance & Stability of Aircraft, Arnold 1996.
  5. McCormick, B.W., Aerodynamics, Aeronautics and Flight Mechanics, Wiley, 1995.
  6. Houghton, L., Carpenter PW; “Aerodynamics for Engineering Students”, Wiley, 1993.
  7. Nelson R.C., “Flight Stability and Automatic Control”, McGRaw-Hill, , 1998.
WEEKLY SCHEDULE
Week 1Introduction to Aircraft Performance
Airworthiness and Standards
Week 2 Review of Standard Atmosphere model.
Airspeed measurements and instrumentation (altimeter, airspeed indicator, Pitot tube etc.). Engine characteristics (Turbojet, Piston-prop, Turbofan and Turboprop)
Week 3 Basic Aerodynamics.
Aerodynamics forces and coefficient (Lift, Drag, Thrust), Drag Equation – Total Drag (induce drag, skin friction drag, form drag, etc.), drag coefficient
Week 4 Thrust and Power required.
Minimum thrust and power conditions. Straight and level flight – equation of motion of cruise flight, drag equation, performance in term of thrust and power.
Week 5 Climbing Flight
Climbing at shallow angle, rate of climb, time to climb and climb gradient.
Week 6 Gliding Flight
Gliding for maximum distance, gliding for maximum duration, sinking speed, and time to descend.
Week 7 Range and Endurance
Definition of range and endurance, equation for range and maximum range, equation for endurance and maximum endurance.
Week 8 Mid-Semester Break
Week 9 Take-off and Landing.
Other accelerated flights (steady banked turned, dive and pull-out)
Week 10 Introduction to aircraft static stability and control.
Week 11 Longitudinal static stability
Equilibrium condition, static stability analysis, criteria for longitudinal static stability, tail lift curve.
Week 12 Longitudinal Control
Trim, sticks fixed and sticks free stability, static margin.
Week 13 Lateral static stability
Directional, sideslip and roll static stability, dihedral effect and fin sizing
Week 14 Lateral control
Directional, roll and yaw control, rudder and aileron sizing.
Week 15 Turning Flight, Pitch maneuverability.

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