Advanced Aerodynamics

3 Credits

Application of the fluid dynamics of lifting surfaces, nozzles, and diffusers. Fundamentals of potential flow are covered including: the Kutta-Joukowski theorem, thin airfoil theory, and lifting line theory. Numerical panel methods are introduced. Compressible isentropic subsonic/supersonic and non-isentropic supersonic flows are covered including: supersonic airfoils, shock waves, and expansion fans. Experiments investigating vortex shedding, finite-span wings, sectional pressure distribution, and a hydraulic jump-shock analogy are examined. Credit will not be given for both MECH 326 and MECH 426 .