The students are able to derive, understand phenomenologically and apply the basic equation of incompressible aerodynamics based on the potential and boundary layer theory and vortex dynamics. The students are able to calculate the forces and moments occurring on an airfoil or wing with the airfoil theory and the finite wing theory and to justify them physically. The design principles, operation and factors that can limit the performance of airfoils and wings are discussed. The students know the limitations of these theories and know approaches to circumvent them. The students can explain the effects of different unsteady effects on the lift and drag characteristics of wings with the basics of transient aerodynamics and also discuss and describe them using the example of wind turbines.

Students will be able to use their knowledge of the fundamentals of flight mechanics to explain how different manoeuvres are performed for an aircraft and how the available measurement technology from the cockpit perspective can support the correct executions of such manoeuvres. Weather permitting, students will have the opportunity to experience and solidify the fundamentals of aircraft aerodynamics and flight mechanics themselves by flying in a glider.

This lecture is designed and carried out jointly with the student university group "Akaflieg".

Literatur:

Anderson, J.D.: Fundamentals of Aerodynamics, McGraw-Hill 2017
Tropea, C., Eder, S., Weismüller, M.: Aerodynamik I, Shaker 2011