Introduction to Hypersonic Systems

(3 Credit Hours) · Undergraduate

This course is intended to be an introductory to Hypersonic Systems. It is designed to foster a systems design approach that recognizes the interdependence of the different design elements that are necessary for hypersonic flight within the atmosphere. Following a general introduction, the course covers 10 design elements consisting of hypersonic environments and phenomenology, aerodynamics, thermal protection and mitigation, high temperature materials, structures and manufacturing, propulsion, guidance navigation and flight control, electric energy generation and storage, sensing and communication, and experimental facilities and measurement technology. Supplementing this is a hands-on laboratory that includes a Mach 6 wind tunnel and a Mach 6 shock tunnel.