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Unit(s) of Assessment
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Weighting Towards Module Mark( %)
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Unseen examination
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100
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Qualifying Condition(s)
A mark of 40% is required to pass the module.
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| Module Overview |
The module primarily considers jet propulsion and gas turbine engines. Engine types are introduced and turbojet and turbofan engines are described in some detail. Ideal and actual performance behaviours of these engines are analysed using thermodynamic and fluid dynamic theory from earlier modules.
Although aimed primarily at Aerospace Engineering students, the module is also suitable for Mechanical Engineering students interested in Turbomachinery and/or propulsion. |
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| Prerequisites/Co-requisites |
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Completion of the progress requirements of Level HE2.
Modules ENG2029 (Fluid Mechanics) and ENG2039 (Thermodynamics 2A).
or completion of module ENG3073 (Compressible aerodynamics)
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| Module Aims |
To introduce students to
- aircraft propulsion systems
- the principals of jet engine operation
- engine performance analysis and design
- industrial practice
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| Learning Outcomes |
Upon successful completion of the module, you will be able to:
- understand the operation of the various parts of aircraft propulsion systems
- be able to apply appropriate analytical methods for performance analysis.
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| Module Content |
Review of engine types:
Rockets, ramjets, turbojets, turbofans, turboprops, piston propeller engines. Performance parameters.
Gas turbines:
Ideal cycle and performance analysis.
Real engine performance and off-design behaviour.
Components:
Intake, burner, mechanical efficiency, propulsion nozzles.
Isentropic and polytropic efficiencies for compressors and turbines.
Axial flow compressors and turbines.
Industrial practice:
Proving integrity of civil aeroengines. |
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| Methods of Teaching/Learning |
22 lectures, 11 tutorials, and 67 hours independent learning time.
Lectures usually include a guest lecture from industry, and tutorials include a practical demonstration.
Total student learning time 100 hours.
2 hours examination
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| Selected Texts/Journals |
Recommended reading
Cumpsty NA, Jet Propulsion, 2nd ed, Cambridge University Press, 2003. (ISBN 05215 41441)
Kerrebrock JL, Aircraft Engines and Gas Turbines, 2nd ed, The MIT Press, 1992. (ISBN 02621 11624)
Oates GC, Aerothermodynamics of Gas Turbine and Rocket Propulsion, AIAA education series, 1988. (ISBN 09304 03347)
Rolls-Royce plc, The Jet Engine
Rogers GFC and Mayhew YR, Thermodynamic and transport properties of fluids: SI units, 5th ed, Blackwell, 1995. (ISBN 06311 97036) |
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| Last Updated |
30/9/10 |
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