AEEM 445 Gas Dynamics
Date Prepared: February 2, 2004
Date Updated:
Catalog data:
20-AEEM-445. Gas Dynamics 4 cr. Equations of one and two-dimensional gas motion.
Speed of sound, normal and oblique shock waves, expansion wave theory. Applications
are presented for diffusers and nozzles, wind tunnel design, jet exhausts, and airfoils.
Required by:
B.S. Aerospace Engineering
Prerequisites:
15-MATH-264 Calculus IV, 15-MATH-276 Differential Equations, 20-CME-382 Basic
Thermodynamics, 15-AEEM-383 Basic Fluid Mechanics; 20-AEEM-342 Fundamentals
of Aerodynamics
Textbook:
Fundamentals of Aerodynamics, 4/e, John D. Anderson, McGraw-Hill, 2005,
0072950463
Introduction to Fluid Mechanics, 5/e, Fox and MacDonald: Wiley, 1998 0471202312
References:
Gas Dynamics, 2nd ed., James E. A. John, Allyn & Bacon Publishers, 1984 0205080146
Coordinator:
Karman Ghia, Professor of Aerospace Engineering & Engineering Mechanics, 681
Rhodes, 556-3243 Kirti.Ghia@uc.edu
Course Objectives:
The student will be
able to
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Understand the concept of Conservation Equations in integral form for a Control
Volume [a]
Develop proficiency in manipulating the isentropic flow relations for a perfect gas
Determine the expression for the speed of sound for a perfect gas [a]
Explain the concepts of zone of silence and zone of action for supersonic flows [a]
Determine the flow properties inside a converging-diverging nozzle for isentropic
conditions; flows with normal shock; flows with oblique shocks and Prandtl-Meyer
waves [e]
Design a high speed wind tunnel, taking into account factors such as compressor
pumping time, model size and balance, and present results as a technical report [b,
c, f, g, h, i, j, k]
Compute lift and drag using shock expansion theory for airfoils [a, e, k]
Compute the flow-field variables in jets exhausting in quiescent air [a, e, k]
Sketch the Fanno and Raleigh line T-S diagrams and compute the associated flow
variables [e]
Topics Covered:
Basic equations of mass, momentum, and energy from control volume concepts; Wave
propagation and the speed of sound; One-dimensional isentropic flow and/or normal
shock waves; Application to converging-diverging nozzles and diffusers, and wind
tunnels; Oblique shock waves and Prandtl-Meyer flow in nozzles and diffusers;
Application to under and over expanded jets and airfoils; Friction and heat addition for
subsonic flows in constant area ducts; Design of supersonic inlet or nozzle using shockexpansion theory; Design of supersonic nozzle in presence of friction and heat addition.
Computer usage:
Design of supersonic inlet or nozzle using shock-expansion theory; design of supersonic
nozzle in presence of friction and heat addition.
Prof. Experience:
Mathematics; Engineering; Design Experience
AEEM Prog.
Objectives:
1, 2, 3, 4, and 6
ABET Program
Outcomes:
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Know how to apply mathematical, scientific, and engineering analyses tools
appropriate to gas dynamics [a]
Be able to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems related to gas
dynamics in homework, project, and examinations [e]
Calculate lift and drag on supersonic airfoils, determine flow fields in the wake of
under and over expanded nozzles, etc. [a, e, k]
Utilize modern engineering skills in the homework and project requiring the use of
computer software in the detailed computation of an optimum nozzle configuration,
wind-tunnel design, etc. [b, c, f, g, h, i, j, k]
Instrument of Assessment
Course Name: Gas Dynamics
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Outcome
Objective
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Course # AEEM-445
Instructor_____________________________
Quiz
MidTerm
Final
Report
a) An ability to apply knowledge
of mathematics, science, and
engineering to problems in the
aerospace disciplines
b) An ability to design and
conduct experiments, as well as to
analyze and interpret data
c) An ability to design an
aerospace system, component, or
process to meet desired needs
d) An ability to function on
multidisciplinary teams
e) An ability to identify,
formulate, and solve engineering
problems in the aerospace
disciplines
f) An understanding of
professional and ethical
responsibility
g) An ability to communicate
effectively in written and oral
presentation
h) The broad education
necessary to understand the impact
of engineering solutions in a global
and societal context
i) A recognition of the need for
an ability to engage in life-long
learning
j) A knowledge of contemporary
issues through participation in a
general education program
k) An ability to use the
techniques, skills, and modern
engineering tools necessary for
engineering practice
l) Enhanced understanding of
the relationship between theory
and professional practice through
the cooperative education
experience
m) The opportunity to specialize
and to participate in a research
experience
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