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Spring 2012-2013
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EvaluationMAE 426 No Pass/D/Fail
Rocket and Air-Breathing Propulsion Technology
The study of principles, flight envelopes, and engine designs of rocket and ram/scramjet propulsion systems. Topics include jet propulsion theory, space mission maneuver, combustion control, and system components of chemical and non-chemical rockets (nuclear and electrical propulsion), gas turbine, ramjet, and scramjet engines. Characteristics, optimal flight envelopes, and technical challenges of combined propulsion systems will be analyzed.
Sample reading list:
Phillip Hill and Carl Peterson, Mechanics and Thermodynamics of Propulsion
George Sutton, Rocket Propulsion Elements
Reading/Writing assignments:
Homework is assigned weekly and posted on the blackboard webpage every week. Reading assignment is approximately 50 pages per week.
Requirements/Grading:
Mid Term Exam - 30%
Final Exam - 40%
Other (See Instructor) - 30%
Other Requirements:
Not Open to Freshmen.
Prerequisites and Restrictions:
MAE 221 and MAE 222.
Other information:
Teaching notes will be distributed on blackboard at least one day before the class. Homework equals 30% of final grade.
Schedule/Classroom assignment:
| Class number | Section | Time | Days | Room | Enrollment | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42057 | L01 | 11:00 am - 11:50 am | M W F | Engineering Quad J-Wing J201 | Enrolled:6 Limit:35 |