This unit aims to develop and understanding of aircraft propulsion systems. Students will learn to solve problems related to the analysis and selection of various propulsion systems in use- propellers, gas turbines, etc. The topics covered include: Propulsion unit requirements for subsonic and supersonic flight; thrust components, efficiencies, additive drag of intakes; Piston engine components and operation; Propeller theory; Operation, components and cycle analysis of gas turbine engines, turbojets, turbofans, turboprops, ramjets; Components: compressor, fan, burner, turbine, nozzle; Efficiency of components: Off-design considerations; Future directions: minimisation of noise and pollution, scram-jets, hybrid engines.
Unit details and rules
Academic unit | Aerospace, Mechanical and Mechatronic |
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Credit points | 6 |
Prerequisites
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None |
Corequisites
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None |
Prohibitions
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AERO9261 |
Assumed knowledge
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Mathematics and Physics to a level of Bachelor of Science or equivalent. Good knowledge of fluid dynamics and thermodynamics |
Available to study abroad and exchange students | No |
Teaching staff
Coordinator | Dries Verstraete, dries.verstraete@sydney.edu.au |
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Lecturer(s) | Dries Verstraete, dries.verstraete@sydney.edu.au |
Tutor(s) | Beau Emmerson, beau.emmerson@sydney.edu.au |