5.00 credits
30.0 h + 30.0 h
Q1
Teacher(s)
Chatelain Philippe; Schrooyen Pierre (compensates Chatelain Philippe);
Language
English
Main themes
- Universal gravitation and applications.
- Aircraft dynamics : equilibrium, stability and control.
- Launchers.
- Satellite orbits and attitude stability.
Learning outcomes
At the end of this learning unit, the student is able to : | |
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In consideration of the reference table AA of the program "Masters degree in Mechanical Engineering", this course contributes to the development, to the acquisition and to the evaluation of the following experiences of learning:
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Content
- Summary of rigid body mechanics.
- Aircraft dynamics and performance : aerodynamic loads, translational and rotational dynamics, steady state motion, propulsion, stability, controls.
- Launcher dynamics and staging optimisation.
- Satellite dynamics : orbits, transfers, rendezvous, attitude stability.
Evaluation methods
The final evaluation is based on a written exam and 3 homeworks. The homework assignments are individual and mandatory. A report must be produced for each within a specified time frame and the marks are definitive (these assignments cannot be retaken).
The exam is subdivided into 2 parts:
The exam is subdivided into 2 parts:
- theoretical questions
- exercises: performance, stability, control...
Other information
Programming skills in matlab or python are recommended
Online resources
Bibliography
- J.D. ANDERSON, Introduction to Flight
- B. ETKIN Dynamics of Flight - Stability and Control
- L. GEORGE, J-F VERNET, J-C WANNER La mécanique du vol
- J.W. CORNELISSE, H.F.R. SCHÖYER, K.F. WAKKER Rocket Propulsion and Spaceflight Dynamics
Faculty or entity
MECA
