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MECH ENG 7053 - Aerospace Propulsion

North Terrace Campus - Semester 1 - 2024

Introduction to air-breathing (gas turbines, ramjets, ducted rockets, scramjets) jet propulsion systems. Prediction of thrust, combustion reactions, specific fuel consumption and operating performance. Aerothermodynamics of inlets, combustors, nozzles, compressors, turbines. Review of space propulsion systems. Introduction to alternative future space propulsion systems. Chemical rocket and jet engine combustion including thermochemistry, chemical kinetics and the combustion chamber and instabilities. Jet engine noise and emissions. Overview of jet engine systems such as thrust reversal, internal air, starting and ignition, controls and instrumentation, power plant testing and installation, maintenance.

  • General Course Information
    Course Details
    Course Code MECH ENG 7053
    Course Aerospace Propulsion
    Coordinating Unit Mechanical Engineering
    Term Semester 1
    Level Postgraduate Coursework
    Location/s North Terrace Campus
    Units 3
    Contact Up to 4 hours per week
    Available for Study Abroad and Exchange Y
    Incompatible MECH ENG 4106
    Assumed Knowledge MECH ENG 3102
    Assessment Assignments, project, laboratory experiment, quiz, final exam
    Course Staff

    Course Coordinator: Dr Rey Chin

    Course Timetable

    The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from .

  • Learning Outcomes
    Course Learning Outcomes
    On successful completion of this course students will be able to:

     
    1 Explain propulsion systems (turbojets, turbofans, ramjets, ducted rockets, scramjets, chemical and electrical space propulsion (review) and non-traditional space propulsion systems) and their application to aerospace vehicles;
    2 Demonstrate skills to analytically and numerically solve problems related to aerospace propulsion systems both on paper and using numerical methods;
    3 Demonstrate skills in working independently with minimal supervision;
    4 Demonstrate skills in critical evaluation of scientific literature;
    5 Demonstrate skills in working as a team member; and
    6 Demonstrate skills in planning and presentation of scientific talks and reports.

     
    The above course learning outcomes are aligned with the Engineers Australia . The course develops the following EA Elements of Competency to levels of introductory (A), intermediate (B), advanced (C):  
     
    1.11.21.31.41.51.62.12.22.32.43.13.23.33.43.53.6
    B C C B C B C C C B C C C C C B
    University Graduate Attributes

    This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:

    University Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s)

    Attribute 1: Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth

    Graduates have comprehensive knowledge and understanding of their subject area, the ability to engage with different traditions of thought, and the ability to apply their knowledge in practice including in multi-disciplinary or multi-professional contexts.

    1-2

    Attribute 2: Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving

    Graduates are effective problems-solvers, able to apply critical, creative and evidence-based thinking to conceive innovative responses to future challenges.

    1-4

    Attribute 3: Teamwork and communication skills

    Graduates convey ideas and information effectively to a range of audiences for a variety of purposes and contribute in a positive and collaborative manner to achieving common goals.

    5-6

    Attribute 4: Professionalism and leadership readiness

    Graduates engage in professional behaviour and have the potential to be entrepreneurial and take leadership roles in their chosen occupations or careers and communities.

    5

    Attribute 8: Self-awareness and emotional intelligence

    Graduates are self-aware and reflective; they are flexible and resilient and have the capacity to accept and give constructive feedback; they act with integrity and take responsibility for their actions.

    3-4,6
  • Learning Resources
    Required Resources

    1) Course notes

    2) Textbook: Hill, P., and Peterson, C., Mechanics and Thermodynamics of Propulsion, Addison-Wesley Publishing Co., 1992,

    3) Any online material will be available at MyUni.

    4) Digital recordings of lectures (e.g., taping lectures, wireless network, pod-casts) may not be made available to students who are absent.

    Recommended Resources

    1) Sutton, G. P., and Biblarz, O., Rocket Propulsion Elements, 8th Ed, Wiley-interscience, 2010

    2) Bathie, W. W., Fundamentals of Gas Turbines, 2nd Ed, John Wiley & Sons, 1992.

    3) Goebel, D. M, and Katz, I., Fundamentals of Electric Propulsion, John Wiley & Sons, 2008.

    4) Turns, S. R., An Introduction to Combustion, 2nd Ed, McGraw-Hill, 2000.

    Online Learning

    Copies of assignments and any paper material distributed during class will also be posted on My-Uni.

  • Learning & Teaching Activities
    Learning & Teaching Modes

    Lectures supported by problem-solving tutorials, group seminars, and a practical laboratory developing material covered in lectures.

    Workload

    The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.

    Formal Contact: Lectures and tutorials: 41 hours, Seminars: 4 hours, Practical: 5 hours, Exam: 3 hours.

    Suggested personal workload (will vary between students): Reading and revising course material: 30-50 hours, Completion of assignments and practical report: 30-50 hours, Exam preparation: 30-50 hours.

    Learning Activities Summary

    The numbers quoted here are approximations and will vary if some activities take longer or less time than anticipated:

    I. Review of thermodynamics and Introduction of Propulsion – 10 lectures

    1. Review
    2. Mixtures of gases
    3. Thermodynamic cycles
    4. Combustion thermodynamics

    II. Chemical Propulsion – 24 lectures

    1. Air-Breathing Propulsion Systems

      1. turbojet systems
      2. turbofan systems
      3. turboprops/propfans systems
      4. ramjet systems
      5. scramjet systems
      6. PDE’s and other advanced concepts
    2. Air-Breathing Propulsion System Components

      1. subsonic inlets and diffusers
      2. supersonic inlets and diffusers
      3. axial and radial (centrifugal) compressors
      4. combustors
      5. axial turbines
      6. nozzles
      7. propellors and fans
    3. Air-Breathing Propulsion System Integration

    4. Rocket Propulsion Systems

      1. thrust analysis
      2. vertical trajectory analyses
      3. staging performance
      4. basic orbital dynamics
    5. Liquid propellant rocket systems

      1. propellants
      2. preburners
      3. turbopumps
      4. injectors
      5. thrust chambers
      6. nozzles
    6. Solid propellant rocket systems

      1. propellants
      2. configurations
      3. characteristics

    III. Electric Propulsion – 5 lectures

    1. Physics of electromagnetic fields
    2. Plasmas and magnetohydrodynamics
    3. One-dimensional steady flow of a plasma
    4. Magnetic Reynolds number
    5. Practical electric propulsion devices

    IV. Alternative space propulsion systems (student Seminars) – 5 lectures

    V. Review of course material – 2 lectures

    Specific Course Requirements

    Students will be required to adhere to laboratory conduct safety guidelines for the practical component of this course.

  • Assessment

    The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:

    1. Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
    2. Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
    3. Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
    4. Assessment must maintain academic standards.

    Assessment Summary
    Assessment Task Weighting (%) Individual/ Group Formative/ Summative
    Due (week)*
    Hurdle criteria Learning outcomes
    Assignment 1 5 Individual Summative Week 5 1. 2. 3.
    Assignment 2 5 Individual Summative Week 7 1. 2. 3.
    Assignment 3 5 Individual Summative Week 9 1. 2. 3.
    Assignment 4 5 Individual Summative Week 11 1. 2. 3.
    Quizzes 5 Individual Summative Weeks 3-11 1. 2. 3.
    Group Assignment 15 Group Summative Week 11-12 3. 4. 5. 6.
    Lab 10 Individual Summative Weeks 7-11 Min 50% 1. 2. 3.
    Exam 50 Individual Summative 1. 2.
    Total 100
    * The specific due date for each assessment task will be available on MyUni.  

    This assessment breakdown is registered as an exemption to the University's . The exemption is related to the Procedures clause(s): 1. b. 2.   
     
    This course has a hurdle requirement. Meeting the specified hurdle criteria is a requirement for passing the course.

    Assessment Related Requirements

    In order to pass this course, students must achieve a pass grade for the turbine engine performance laboratory.

    Assessment Detail
    • Final exam is a 3-hour long closed book exam, to be conducted during the formal university examination period.

    • There will be 5 assignments in total. 4 of these are individual assignments (no collaboration) and the other is a group assignment/project. These will be distributed on MyUni. Due dates for these assignments may be subject to change; any changes will be announced via MyUni, written on the assignment, and posted on MyUni at the time the assignment is first distributed.

    • The turbine engine performance laboratory is run as part of the formal Level IV laboratories.

    Submission

    Unless otherwise specified, submission of assignments and laboratory reports will be made through MyUni.

    Extensions for assignments will only be given in exceptional circumstances and a case for this with supporting documentation must be made align with the MACA policy.

    Assignments will be assessed and returned within 4 weeks from submission (usually significantly less) via MyUni. There will be no opportunities for re-submission of work of unacceptable standard. Due to the large class size, feedback on assignments will be limited to in-class discussion resulting from questions from students.

    Course Grading

    Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:

    M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme)
    Grade Mark Description
    FNS   Fail No Submission
    F 1-49 Fail
    P 50-64 Pass
    C 65-74 Credit
    D 75-84 Distinction
    HD 85-100 High Distinction
    CN   Continuing
    NFE   No Formal Examination
    RP   Result Pending

    Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.

    Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.

    Final results for this course will be made available through .

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