Last planned examination: Spring 2020
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Aerodynamics is a very central topic in Aeronautics, but is also important in design of cars, trains, boats and bridges. Aerodynamic properties of an aircraft and its components can in many cases be computed by solving the governing differential equations for the flow with numerical methods. This course covers methods for and applications of Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) in design of aircraft and other vehicles.
The basic theory used in CFD methods is dealt with during lectures; models for viscous flow, inviscous flow coupled with boundary layer solvers, compressible and incompressible flow. Properties of the governing partial equations are treated, as well as numerical methods for solving these.
The theory is then applied in a number of computer labs where you learn how to use CFD software (FLUENT and EDGE). The CFD codes are used to solve a series of applied problems in aerodynamics. The labs are performed in cooperation with others. Guest lectures give insight in industrial applications of CFD, in particular the interaction between aerodynamics and design of aircraft.
The overall objectives of the course are that you should be able to:
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SD2600 Aircraft Performance Analysis and SD2800 Experimental Aerodynamics or permission from the coordinator.
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Rizzi, A., Computational Aerodynamics in Aircraft Design. Lecture Notes, KTH Aeronautical & Vehicle Engineering.
A, B, C, D, E, FX, F
Based on recommendation from KTH’s coordinator for disabilities, the examiner will decide how to adapt an examination for students with documented disability.
The examiner may apply another examination format when re-examining individual students.
Laboratory work (LAB1; 4 university credits).
Hand-in assignments (INL1; 3 university credit).
Written exam (TEN1; 2 university credits).
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Further information about the course can be found on the Course web at the link below. Information on the Course web will later be moved to this site.
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Second cycle
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The Course has been replaced by SD2611-