Course overview
In this course you will learn about Aircraft design methodology, Technical task preparation, team working, Aircraft design organisation, Aircraft weight calculation, mission fuel weight, Sensitivity analysis, Standard requirements, First estimation of aircraft design parameters, Sizing, Drag polar estimation at low speed, Matching diagram, Aircraft three view and drawings, Overall configuration design, Fuselage design, Propulsion system selection and integration, Wing design considerations, Empennage design considerations, Landing gear design and integration, Weight and balance analysis, Stability and control analysis. The material is presented in a combination of lectures, tutorials, hands-on laboratory sessions, and a group design project.
Course learning outcomes
- Complete conceptual design of different types of aircraft;
- Discuss performance and stability analysis of different types of aircraft;
- Explain the hierarchical models in aircraft design as a multi-disciplinary design objective and utilise a system approach to design and operational performance;
- Discuss the design phases of an aircraft;
- Explain the method of preparation design tasks and technical reports;
- Calculate total weight and weight fractures of an aircraft;
- Evaluate sensitivity analysis of design parameters;
- Perform and understand sizing of an aircraft;
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