2002/03
MODULE SPECIFICATION
Module Code: AERO213
Faculty of Engineering, University of Liverpool
DEPARTMENT OF ENGINEERING: Mechanical Engineering
Module title:
AEROENGINES (AERO213)
CATS level:
2
CATS value:
15 credits
Staff (with email addresses)
Co-ordinator:
Dr D Nicolaou
Moderator:
(nicolaou@liv.ac.uk)
Lecturer(s):
Dr D Nicolaou
Prof MP Escudier
Lectures:
36
Seminars/tutorials:
Study hours
Other:
Pre-requisites:
Co-requisites:
Semester:
1
Prof MP Escudier
(escudier@liv.ac.uk)
Labs:
6
Private study:
66
Modules for which this
module is a pre-requisite:
AERO316 Aerodynamics
Year 1 Thermofluids
None
MECH101
Availability to (student groups/years):
Compulsory/core:
Optional:
Aero2, Mech2
Integrated Engineering Year 3
Learning and Teaching Strategies (eg, traditional lectures, supervised design classes)
Lectures, problem classes and laboratory work
Module Description
Lecture/
Content
Lab no.
(Provisional) (A) Propulsion Systems
1-2
3-9
10
11
12-16
Introduction Introduction to aeroengines and aircraft propulsion. Thrust equation.
Review of essential thermodynamics (handout)
Flow through nozzles Acoustic propagation, compressibility–bulk modulus; Mach
number; Definition of stagnation quantities Steady one-dimensional flow; Variable area
flow; Choked flow; Examples. Flow through convergent/divergent nozzles; Normal
shock wave. Flow through engine intake/nozzle; Noise suppression; Thrust reversal.
Burners and Afterburners Definition of calorific value of fuel; Energy balance equation;
Types of main burners; Afterburners.
Compressors and Turbines Steady Flow Energy Equation; Introduction to losses and
isentropic efficiencies; Compressor and turbine characteristics.
Jet Engine Performance Analysis Definition of thermodynamic/propulsion/ overall
efficiencies; Definition of specific fuel consumption. Turbojets, Turbofans, multi-shaft
engines, ramjets, rockets.
17
18
19-21
Turboshaft engines
22-36
Revision & Exercise sheets
Turboprop engines
(B) Turbomachinery
General arrangements; Classification; Dimensional analysis; Linear blade cascades;
Rotor flow kinematics – velocity triangles; Axial flow turbomachines; Incompressible
thermodynamics; Degree of reaction; Mollier diagram – axial compressor, axial turbine;
Stage flow and energy coefficients; Propellers: dimensional analysis, actuator disk
theory, and kinematics.
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2002/03
MODULE SPECIFICATION
Module Code: AERO213
Associated Laboratories:
Laboratory Experiment A5: Jet Engine Performance
Laboratory Experiment A6: Jet Engine Performance with Afterburner
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge and Understanding:
On successful completion of the module, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge and
understanding of:
 schematic diagrams showing the main components of gas turbines/jet engines
 how to calculate the flow through converging/diverging nozzles and the flow rate through sections
under choked and non-choked conditions
 how shock waves are formed
 methods for applying reverse thrust and suppressing jet engine noise
 the main features of burners and afterburners
 the basic configuration and operation of compressors and turbines
 how to apply the steady flow energy balance equation
 how to perform thermodynamic cycle calculations for a variety of engine types
 how to calculate the performance and efficiencies of different types of engines.
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
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the principal features of axial- and radial-flow turbomachines
how to use dimensional analysis to scale data between geometrically similar turbomachines
how to apply the principles of mass, momentum and energy conservation to both compressible and
incompressible flow through axial turbomachines
how to apply dimensional analysis, actuator disk theory and kinematic principles to the flow through
a propeller.
Intellectual Abilities:
On successful completion of the module, students should be able to demonstrate ability in applying
knowledge of the above topics by describing features of gas turbines and jet engines and carrying out
analyses and calculations.
Practical Skills
On completion of the module, students should be able to show experience and enhancement of
laboratory skills particularly related to Jet Engine Performance Testing and measurements on the flow
through a convergent-divergent nozzle.
General Transferable Skills
On completion of the module, students should be able to show experience and enhancement of the
following key skills:
 analysing, interpreting and presenting technical data
 written communication skills (technical notes)
 working within a laboratory team
 enquiring and investigative abilities.
Assessment
Formal exam:
Laboratory(s)*:
Weighting %
Timing
Duration/other
90
10
May
3 hours
See lab
6 hours
programme
* The University Lateness Penalty Scheme applies to all coursework
September Resit opportunity:
Yes, for year 2 students.
Recommended reading:
Recommended text(s):
Rolls Royce, The Jet Engine, 4th Edition, 1986.
Hill, PG and Peterson, CR, Mechanics and Thermodynamics of Propulsion, Addison-Wesley, 1992.
Cohen, H, Rogers, GFC and Saravanamutto, HIH, Gas Turbine Theory, Longman Scientific & Technical, 1987.
External Examiner responsible for module:
Aerospace Engineering
Version date: 24 July 2002
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