Foundations of Aeronautical Engineering

"Foundations of Aeronautical Engineering: Principles and Practices" offers a comprehensive introduction to the fundamental concepts and core principles of aeronautical engineering. This course is designed for students and professionals aspiring to understand the scientific, technical, and practical aspects of aerospace systems and technology. Throughout the course, students will explore the basics of aerodynamics, propulsion, materials science, structural design, and flight dynamics, with an emphasis on real-world applications and problem-solving.

The course integrates theoretical knowledge with hands-on practices, enabling learners to understand the intricacies of aircraft and spacecraft design, performance, and safety. Key topics include:1. Principles of Aerodynamics and Fluid MechanicsIntroduction to Fluid Mechanics and Aerodynamics: Basic concepts, properties of fluids, and the importance of aerodynamics in aerospace engineering.

Fundamental Aerodynamic Forces: Lift, drag, thrust, and weight - their definitions and relationships. Flow Behavior and Airfoil Theory: Laminar vs. turbulent flow, flow separation, and how airfoils generate lift.

Bernoulli's Equation and Continuity Equation: Fundamental principles governing fluid flow and their application to aerodynamics. Aerodynamic Testing and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD): Experimental methods (wind tunnels) and CFD simulations to study airflow and design optimization. 2.