ARO 312 - Aircraft Jet Propulsion (4)

Ideal cycle analysis of ramjet, turbojet, turbofan and turboprop. After burning. Cycle analysis with losses. Non-rotating components: diffusers, nozzles and combustors. Compressor, fans and turbines. Component matching and engine performance. Aircraft engine noise. Hypersonic engines.

Prerequisite(s): C or better in ARO 311.
Component(s): 4 lectures/problem-solving.