Course Details
Country:
United Kingdom
Institution:
University of Surrey
Course Title:
Turbomachinery & Aircraft Propulsion
Course Number:
ENG3172
Course Description:
Turbomachines are steady flow devices that transfer energy between a rotor (or multiple rotors) and a fluid. The module considers turbomachinery and aircraft jet propulsion with emphasis on gas turbine engines, wind turbines and radial pumps. Basic principles are introduced and illustrated through analysis of wind turbine performance. Aircraft engine types are then discussed and axial flow turbojet and turbofan engines are described in some detail. Ideal and actual performance behaviours of these engines are analysed using thermodynamic and fluid dynamic theory taught in FHEQ levels 4 and 5. Extension of the concepts and methods used to radial flow turbomachinery is introduced through the example of radial flow (or centrifugal) pumps. The module is particularly relevant for aerospace engineering students, and is also suitable for mechanical engineering students interested in Turbomachinery and/or propulsion. It builds on thermodynamics and fluid mechanics taught in years 1 and 2, particularly module ENG2089.
Language:
English
Approved Equivalent:
Pending For Approval
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