Advanced Aerodynamics
| Title | Προχωρημένα κεφάλαια Αεροδυναμικής / Advanced Aerodynamics |
| Code | UAV02 |
| Faculty | Engineering |
| School | Electrical and Computer Engineering |
| Cycle / Level | 2nd / Postgraduate |
| Teaching Period | Winter/Spring |
| Coordinator | Kyriakos Yakinthos |
| Common | No |
| Status | Active |
| Course ID | 600024547 |
Programme of Study: DPMS Enaéria Aytónoma Systīmata
Registered students: 10
| Orientation | Attendance Type | Semester | Year | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KORMOS | Compulsory Course | 1 | 1 | 5 |
| Academic Year | 2025 – 2026 |
| Class Period | Winter |
| Faculty Instructors | |
| Class ID | 600290471
|
Course Type 2021
Specific Foundation
Mode of Delivery
- Face to face
- Distance learning
Digital Course Content
- e-Study Guide https://qa.auth.gr/en/class/1/600290471
Language of Instruction
- English (Instruction, Examination)
Prerequisites
General Prerequisites
Basic Fluid Mechanics knowledge, understanding of key Mathematics and Engineering principles
Learning Outcomes
- Understanding Boundary Layer Theory: Students will gain a deep understanding of boundary layer theory and the flows around wings and airfoils, with an emphasis on distinguishing between ideal and real, laminar and turbulent flows.
- Aerodynamic Forces and Moments: Students will understand the mechanisms of lift and drag generation and will be able to recognize the impact of each term on aerodynamic problems.
- 2D and 3D Flows: Students will gain an in-depth understanding of and be able to calculate the differences between 2D and 3D flows, with an emphasis on the impact of wingtip vortex formation on the lift and drag production of a wing.
- Use of Aerodynamic Coefficients: Students will become familiar with normalized coefficients and learn to apply them to aerodynamic problems.
- Understanding Numerical Methods: Students will learn the differences between various aerodynamic analysis tools, including source- and vortex-panel methods and CFD, for solving problems in aerodynamics.
General Competences
- Apply knowledge in practice
- Retrieve, analyse and synthesise data and information, with the use of necessary technologies
- Adapt to new situations
- Make decisions
- Work autonomously
- Work in an interdisciplinary team
Course Content (Syllabus)
Wall-bounded flows and boundary layer theory. 2D and 3D external aerodynamics with emphasis on transitional and turbulent flows on airfoils and wings. Normalized aerodynamic and stability coefficients lift buildup and drag breakdown drag polars. Wingtip vortex formation, induced components and impact on 3D wing configurations. Special considerations on intakes flow control techniques, winglets and high-lift devices. Numerical methods (rapid, low-fidelity and high-fidelity) source- and vortex-panel methods and CFD basic principles and applications.
Keywords
Aerodynamics, boundary layers, turbulence, numerical methods
Educational Material Types
- Notes
- Slide presentations
Use of Information and Communication Technologies
Use of ICT
- Use of ICT in Course Teaching
Course Organization
| Activities | Workload | ECTS | Individual | Teamwork | Erasmus |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lectures | 83 | 3.3 | |||
| Project | 32 | 1.3 | |||
| Written assigments | 10 | 0.4 | |||
| Total | 125 | 5 |
Student Assessment
Student Assessment methods
- Written Exam with Multiple Choice Questions (Formative, Summative)
- Written Exam with Short Answer Questions (Formative, Summative)
- Written Assignment (Formative, Summative)
- Written Exam with Problem Solving (Formative, Summative)
Bibliography
Course Bibliography (Eudoxus)
- Fundamentals of aerodynamics, J. Anderson, McGraw-Hill
- Modern compressible flow : with historical perspective, J. Anderson, McGraw-Hil
Last Update
08-11-2024
