AS3003 Launch Vehicle Aerodynamics Syllabus:
AS3003 Launch Vehicle Aerodynamics Syllabus – Anna University Regulation 2021
OBJECTIVES:
• To learn the concept of high-speed aerodynamics and configurations of launch vehicles.
• Understanding of aerodynamics in competitive design.
• Testing and analysis methods in different speed regimes.
• Design trade-offs between aerodynamics and other considerations.
• To learn the concepts of boundary layer effects
UNIT I BASICS OF HIGH-SPEED AERODYNAMICS
Compressible flows-Isentropic relations-mathematical relations of flow properties across shock and expansion waves-fundamentals of Hypersonic Aerodynamics.
UNIT II BOUNDARY LAYER EFFECTS
Basics of boundary layer theory-compressible boundary layer-shock shear layer interactionAerodynamic heating-heat transfer effects on launch vehicle.
UNIT III LAUNCH VEHICLE CONFIGURATIONS AND DRAG ESTIMATION
Types of Rockets and missiles-various configurations-components-forces on the vehicle during atmospheric flight-nose cone design and drag estimation.
UNIT IV AERODYNAMICS OF SLENDER AND BLUNT BODIES
Aerodynamics of slender and blunt bodies, wing-body interference effects-Asymmetric flow separation and vortex shedding-unsteady flow characteristics of launch vehicles- determination of aero elastic effects.
UNIT V AERODYNAMIC ASPECTS OF LAUNCHING PHASE
Booster separation-cross wind effects-specific considerations in missile launching -missile integration and separation-methods of evaluation and determination- Stability and Control Characteristics of Launch Vehicle Configuration- Wind tunnel tests – Comparison with CFD Analysis.
TOTAL: 45 PERIODS
OUTCOME:
On successful completion of this course, the student will be able to
• Explain the concept of high-speed aerodynamics and configurations of launch vehicles.
• Describe the effects of boundary layer while launching.
• Interpret the forces on the vehicle during atmospheric flight.
• Explain the flow characteristics of launch vehicles.
• Analyse the aerodynamic aspects of launching phase.
TEXT BOOKS:
1. Anderson J. D., “Fundamentals of Aerodynamics”, 5th Ed., McGraw-Hill, 2010.
2. Chin SS, “Missile Configuration Design”, Mc Graw Hill, New York, 1961.
REFERENCES:
1. Anderson J. D., “Hypersonic and High Temperature Gas Dynamics”, AIAA Education Series, 2nd Ed., 2006.
2. Nielson, Jack N, Stever, Gutford, “Missile Aerodynamics”, AIAA, 1988.