Aeroelastic Flight Dynamics

3 Credits

The forces and moments acting on an aircraft are developed from basic aerodynamics and used to determine the equations of motion and the resulting aeroelastic dynamic models. Analysis from these models supports the design of flight control, guidance, and autopilot systems. Modern control methods for missiles and spacecraft are also included. ME 454 is the graduate-level version of ME 354 ; requires additional assignments and/or projects. Credit will not be given for both ME 354 and ME 454 .