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T.M.PALAYAM, COIMBATORE-105
DEPARTMENT OF AERONAUTICAL ENGINEERING

AL7007 EXPERIMENTAL AERODYNAMIC L T P C

3 0 0 3
OBJECTIVES:
Students will learn about the measurement of flow properties in wind tunnels and their associated
instrumentation

Course Outcomes (CO) Upon completion of the course, students will be able to:
CO1– To understand about the fluid mechanics.
CO2– To familiarize the properties of fluids using wind tunnels.
CO3– To make the student understand the instruments associated with the wind tunnels.
CO4– To understand working principle of wind tunnels and its types
Blooms’Taxonomy:

Remember R
Understand U
Apply AP
Analyze AN
Evaluate E
Create C

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AL7007 – EXPERIMENTAL L P T C
Course Code and Title
AERODYNAMICS
3 0 0 3
Class II Semester III
Regulation R 2013 Academic year 2017 - 2018
MA6251 - Mathematics – II
Course
AE6501 – Fluid Mechanics and Machinery.
Prequisites
AE6401 - Aerodynamics - I
Students will learn about the measurement of flow properties in wind tunnels and
Course Objective their associated instrumentation

CO1– To understand about the fluid mechanics.

CO2– To familiarize the properties of fluids using wind tunnels.

Course Outcome CO3– To make the student understand the instruments associated with the wind
tunnels.
CO4– To understand working principle of wind tunnels and its types

PO1 – Apply the knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering fundamentals, and

an engineering specialization to the solution of complex engineering problems
PO2 – Identify, formulate, review research literature, and analyze complex
engineering problems reaching substantiated conclusions using first principles of
mathematics, natural sciences, and engineering sciences
PO4 - Use research-based knowledge and research methods including design of
Program experiments, analysis and interpretation of data, and synthesis of the
Outcome information to provide valid conclusions
PO10 - Communicate effectively on complex engineering activities with the
engineering community and with society at large, such as, being able to
comprehend and write effective reports and design documentation, make effective
presentations, and give and receive clear instructions
PO12 - Recognize the need for, and have the preparation and ability to engage in
independent and life-long learning in the broadest context of technological change

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PSO1 – To apply the knowledge of science and mathematical principles to analyze

complex Aeronautical Engineering problems and produce cost-effective solutions for
Program Specific
sustainable development.
Outcome
PSO2 – To gather data using modern tools and design techniques to develop solutions
for Aeronautical Engineering challenges with professional ethics.
PEO1– To employ comprehensive knowledge in Aeronautical Engineering and
analytical skills to work towards solving complex problems so as to excel in the
professional career.
Program
PEO2 – To design, analyze and produce cutting edge engineering solutions by
Educational
employing modern techniques and adhering to moral values for sustainable
Outcome
development.
PEO3 - To assume global careers and leadership responsibilities through consistent
learning with idealistic managerial practices.
Text Books
1.Rathakrishnan, E., “Instrumentation, Measurements, and Experiments in Fluids,”
CRC Press – Taylor & Francis, 2007.
2.Robert B Northrop, “Introduction to Instrumentation and Measurements”, Second
Edition, CRC Press, Taylor & Francis, 2006.
Reference
References
1.Rathakrishnan, E., “Instrumentation, Measurements, and Experiments in Fluids,”
CRC Press – Taylor & Francis, 2007.
2.Robert B Northrop, “Introduction to Instrumentation and Measurements”, Second
Edition, CRC Press, Taylor & Francis, 2006.
1. http://www.nptel.ac.in/courses/101106041/
2. http://www.nptel.ac.in/courses/101106043/
3. http://nptel.ac.in/courses/101106042/
E-Learning
4. http://ocw.mit.edu/courses/aeronautics-and-astronautics/16-333-aircraft-stability-
Resources
and-control-fall-2004/lecture-notes/
5. http://web.mit.edu/16.unified/www/FALL/thermodynamics/notes/node95.html
6. http://www.princeton.edu/~stengel/MAE331Lectures.html
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Internal Marks – 20% Duration

Internal Test – I – 20 Mark 90 Minutes
Mode of Internal Test – II – 20 Marks 90 Minutes
Evaluation Internal Test – III – 20 Marks 90 Minutes

End Semester Examinations – (80%) 3 Hours

Faculty M.KESAVAN
Email Id m.kesavan02@gmail.com

CHAPTER
CONTENT REFERENCE NO HOURS
NO
CRUISING FLIGHT PERFORMANCE
Forces and moments acting on a flight vehicle T5 1
Equation of motion of a rigid flight vehicle T4,T5,R3 1
Types of drag Forces T1,T3,T4,T5 1
Estimation of parasite drag co-efficient by proper
T1 1
area method
1 Drag polar of vehicles from low speed to high speeds T1,T5 2
Problems 1
Variation of thrust, power with velocity and altitudes T1,T3,T5,R3 1
for air breathing engines
Steady level flight, Power Required T1,T3, R3 1
Maximum speed in level flight R3 1
Conditions for minimum drag and power required T1 2
Problems 2
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MANOEUVERING FLIGHT PERFORMANCE

Range for Propeller Driven and Jet Powered airplane T1,T3,T5, R3 2
Endurance for Propeller Driven and Jet Powered T1,T3,T5, R3 1
airplane
Problems 1
Gliding performance
T1,T3,T5, R3
 Minimum rate of descent 2
 Minimum glide angle
Problems 1
Climbing performance
 Rate of climb, Climb angle and velocity for
propeller driven airplane and jet powered
airplane T1,T3,T5,R3
2  Maximum Rate of climb and corresponding 3
angle and velocity
 Maximum climb angle and corresponding
velocity and Time to climb
Problems 1
Turning performance
 Bank angle
 Load factor T5, R3 3
 Level turn
 Minimum turn radius
 Maximum turn rate
Constraints on load factor T5 1
Problems 1
V-n Diagram T5, R3 1
STATIC LONGITUDINAL STABILITY
Degree of freedom, Static and dynamic stability T2,T3,T4, R1
Purpose of controls in Airplanes 1
T4
Inherently stable and marginal stable airplanes
Contribution of wing and tail towards static
T3,T4 2
3 longitudinal stability and stability criteria
Stick fixed stability, Neutral Point and Static margin T2,T4 2
Stick free stability, Neutral Point and Static margin T4 2
Problems 2
Effects of fuselage and nacelle T2,T4 1
Influence of CG location T4, R1 1
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Power effects for Propeller driven and Jet Powered

T2,T4 2
Airplane
Elevator Angle per g and Stick fixed maneuver point T1, R1 1
Stick Force per g and Stick free maneuver point T1, R1 1
Problems 2
Aerodynamic balancing of control surfaces T4 1
LATERAL AND DIRECTIONAL STABILITY
Dihedral effect, Lateral control T4,T3 1
Coupling between rolling and yawing moments,
T4, R1 1
Adverse yaw effects
Aileron reversal T2, R1 1
4
Static directional stability, Weather cocking effect T2,T4, R1 1
Rudder requirements, One engine inoperative
T1,T4 1
condition
Rudder lock T1 1
Problems 2
DYNAMIC STABILITY
Dynamic longitudinal, lateral and directional stability T1,T2,T3 1
Modes of stability - Short term oscillation and
T1,T2, 1
Phugoid motion or long term oscillation
5 Effect of freeing the stick T1, R1 1
Spiral divergence, Dutch roll T1,T2, 1
Auto rotation
T3,T4 1
and spin
Problems 2
Total 64

Topics Beyond the curriculum / Guest Lectures / Industrial Visit

Topics Beyond the curriculum Aerofoil, Streamlined Bodies and Bluff Bodies 1
Topics Beyond the curriculum Thrust Required 1
Topics Beyond the curriculum Aerodynamic Relation for 𝐶𝐿3/2 /𝐶𝐷 1
Total hours required for the course 67

MAPPING OF COURSE OUTCOME LEADING TO THE ACHIEVEMENT OF PROGRAM

OUTCOMES
COURSE OBJECTIVES BLOOMS PROGRAM OUTCOMES
TAXONOMY PO1 PO2 PO4 PO10 PO12
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CO1–To assess various aircraft parameters

Remember
2 1 1
and their effect of performance Understand
CO2–Ability to analyze the performance of
aircraft under various Flight conditions such
Understand
2 1 1
as takeoff, cruise, landing, climbing, gliding, Apply
turning and other maneuvers
CO3–An understanding of developing the
equations of motion of the rigid flight Understand
2 2
Apply
vehicle
CO4– An understanding of the static
Remember 2
stability and dynamics response of aircraft
CO5– An understanding and identifying the
Understand
motion of unstable aircraft and related Apply 2 2 1
modes of instability Analysis
(High correlation – 2; Medium correlation – 1)

MAPPING OF PROGRAM SPECIFIC OUTCOME LEADING TO THE ACHIEVEMENT OF

PROGRAM OUTCOMES
PO PO1 PO2 PO3 PO4 PO5 PO6 PO7 PO8 PO9 PO10 PO11 PO12
PSO
PS01 1 1
PS02 1
(High correlation – 2; Medium correlation – 1)

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Signature of the HOD IQAC DEAN PRINCIPAL

Faculty

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