M.Tech Aero Engg Syll 2013 PDF

Department of Aeronautical Engineering
M.Tech. (Aeronautical Engineering)
Curriculum & Syllabus
2013 Regulations
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ACADEMIC REGULATIONS
(M.TECH./ M.B.A. / M.C.A.)
(Full - Time / Part – Time)
1. Vision, Mission and Objectives
1.1 The Vision of the Institute is “To make every man a success and no man a failure”.
In order to progress towards the vision, the Institute has identified itself with a mission to provide every
individual with a conducive environment suitable to achieve his / her career goals, with a strong
emphasis on personality development, and to offer quality education in all spheres of engineering,
technology, applied sciences and manage-ment, without compromising on the quality and code of
ethics.
1.2 Further, the institute always strives

• To train our students with the latest and the best in the rapidly changing fields of Engineering,
Technology, Management, Science & Humanities.
• To develop the students with a global outlook possessing, state of the art skills, capable of taking
up challenging responsibilities in the respective fields.
• To mould our students as citizens with moral, ethical and social values so as to fulfill their
obligations to the nation and the society.
• To promote research in the field of science, Humanities, Engineering, Technology and allied
branches.
1.3 Our aims and objectives are focused on

• Providing world class education in engineering, technology, applied science and management.
• Keeping pace with the ever changing technological scenario to help our students to gain proper
direction to emerge as competent professionals fully aware of their commitment to the society and
nation.
• To inculcate a flair for research, development and entrepreneurship.
2. Admission
2.1. The admission policy and procedure shall be decided from time to time by the Board of
Management (BOM) of the Institute, following guidelines issued by Ministry of Human Resource
Development (MHRD). Government of India. The number of seats in each branch of the
(M.TECH / M.B.A. / M.C.A.) programme will be decided by BOM as per the directives from
Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD), Government of India and taking into
account the market demands. Some seats for Non Resident Indians and a few seats for foreign
nationals shall be made available.
2.2. The selected candidates will be admitted to the (M.TECH / M.B.A. / M.C.A.) programme
after he/she fulfills all the admission requirements set by the Institute and after payment of the
prescribed fees.
2.3. Candidates for admission to the first semester of the Master’s Degree Programme shall be
required to have passed an appropriate Degree Examination recognized by Hindustan
University
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2.4. In all matters relating to admission to the (M.TECH/M.B.A. / M.C.A.). Programme, the
decision of the Institute and its interpretation given by the Chancellor of the Institute shall be
final.
2.5. If at any time after admission, it is found that a candidate has not fulfilled any of the
requirements stipulated by the Institute, the Institute may revoke the admission of the candidate
with information to the Academic Council.
3. Structure of the programme

3.1. The programme of instruction will have the following structure
i) Core courses of Engineering / Technology / Management.
ii) Elective courses for specialization in areas of student’s choice.
3.2. The minimum durations of the programmes are as given below:
No. of
Program
Semesters
M.Tech.(Full-Time) 4
M.Tech.(Part -Time) 6
M.B.A. (Full - Time) 4
M.B.A. (Part - Time) 6
M.C.A.(Full - Time) 6
M.C.A.(Part -Time) 8
Every (M.TECH / M.B.A. / M.C.A.) programme will have a curriculum and syllabi for the courses
approved by the Academic Council.
3.3. Each course is normally assigned certain number of credits. The following norms will generally be
followed in assigning credits for courses.
One credit for each lecture hour per week per semester;
One credit for each tutorial hour per week per semester;
One credit for each laboratory practical (drawing) of three (two) hours per week per semester.
One credit for 4 weeks of industrial training and
One credit for 2 hours of project per week per semester
3.4. For the award of degree, a student has to earn certain minimum total number of credits
specified in the curriculum of the relevant branch of study. The curriculum of the different
programs shall be so designed that the minimum prescribed credits required for the award of
the degree shall be within the limits specified below.
Minimum
prescribed
Program
credit
range
M.Tech. (Full time / Part
75 - 85
time)
M.B.A. (Full time / Part time) 85 - 95
M.C.A (Full time / Part time) 115 - 125
3.5. The medium of instruction, examination and the language of the project reports will be
English.
4. Faculty Advisor
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4.1. To help the students in planning their courses of study and for getting general advice on the
academic programme, the concerned Department will assign a certain number of students to a
Faculty member who will be called their Faculty Advisor.
5. Class Committee
5.1 A Class Committee consisting of the following will be constituted by the Head of the
Department for each class:
(i) A Chairman, who is not teaching the class.
(ii) All subject teachers of the class.
(iii) Two students nominated by the department in consultation with the class.
Range of Grade
Letter Grade The Class Committee will meet as often as
Marks points
necessary, but not less than three times during a
95-100 S 10 semester.
85 - 94 A 09
The functions of the Class Committee will include:
75- 84 B 08
65-74 C 07 (i) Addressing problems experienced by students in the
55-64 D 06 classroom and the laboratories.
50-54 E 05 (ii) Analyzing the performance of the students of the
< 50 U 00 class after each test and finding ways and means of
I (Incomplete) -- addressing problems, if any.
(iii) During the meetings, the student members shall express the opinions and suggestions of
the class students to improve the teaching / learning process.
6. Grading
6.1 A grading system as below will be adhered to.
6.2 GPA & CGPA
GPA is the ratio of the sum of the product of the number of credits Ci of course “i “ and the
grade points Pi earned for that course taken over all courses “i” registered by the student to
the sum of Ci for all “i ”. That is,
∑ Ci Pi
GPA = i
∑ Ci
i
CGPA will be calculated in a similar manner, at any semester, considering all the courses enrolled
from first semester onwards.
6.3. For the students with letter grade I in certain subjects, the same will not be included in the
computation of GPA and CGPA until after those grades are converted to the regular grades.
6.4 Raw marks will be moderated by a moderation board appointed by the Vice Chancellor of the
University. The final marks will be graded using an absolute grading system. The Constitution and
composition of the moderation board will be dealt with separately.
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7. Registration and Enrollment
7.1 Except for the first semester, registration and enrollment will be done in the beginning of the
semester as per the schedule announced by the University.
7.2 A student will be eligible for enrollment only if he/she satisfies regulation 10 (maximum duration
of the programme) and will be permitted to enroll if (i) he/she has cleared all dues in the Institute,
Hostel & Library up to the end of the previous semester and (ii) he/she is not debarred from
enrollment by a disciplinary action of the University.
7.3. Students are required to submit registration form duly filled in.
8. Registration requirement
8.1. (i) A Full time student shall not register for less than 16 credits or more than 26 credits in any
given semester.
8.1. (ii) A part time student shall not register for less than 10 credits or more than 20 credits in any
given semester.
8.2 If a student finds his/her load heavy in any semester, or for any other valid reason, he/she may
withdraw from the courses within three weeks of the commencement of the semester with the
written approval of his/her Faculty Advisor and HOD. However the student should ensure that the
total number of credits registered for in any semester should enable him/her to earn the minimum
number of credits per semester for the completed semesters.
9. Minimum requirement to continue the programme

9.1. For those students who have not earned the minimum required credit prescribed for that
particular semester examination, a warning letter to the concerned student and also to his parents
regarding the shortage of his credit will be sent by the HOD after the announcement of the results of
the university examinations.
10. Maximum duration of the programme

The minimum and maximum period for the completion of various programs are given below.
Min. Max.
Program No. of No. of
Semesters Semesters
M.Tech
4 8
(Full - time)
M.Tech
6 10
(Part - time)
M.B.A. (Full Time) 4 8
M.B.A. (Part Time) 6 10
M.C.A.
6 12
(Full - Time)
M.C.A
8 14
(Part –Time)
11. Temporary discontinuation
11.1. A student may be permitted by the Director(academic) to discontinue temporarily from the
programme for a semester or a longer period for reasons of ill health or other valid reasons.
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Normally a student will be permitted to discontinue from the programme only for a maximum
duration of two semesters.
12. Discipline
12.1. Every student is required to observe discipline and decorous behavior both inside and outside
the campus and not to indulge in any activity which will tend to bring down the prestige of the
University.
12.2. Any act of indiscipline of a student reported to the Direcotr(Academic) will be referred to a
Discipline Committee so constituted. The Committee will enquire into the charges and decide on
suitable punishment if the charges are substantiated. The committee will also authorize the
Director(Academic) to recommend to the Vice - Chancellor the implementation of the decision. The
student concerned may appeal to the Vice Chancellor whose decision will be final. The
Director(Academic) will report the action taken at the next meeting of the Council.
12.3. Ragging and harassment of women are strictly prohibited in the University campus and hostels.
13. Attendance
13.1. A student whose attendance is less than 75% is not eligible to appear for the end
semester examination for that semester. The details of all students who have attendance less
than 75% will be announced by the teacher in the class. These details will be sent to the
concerned HODs and Dean.
13.2. Those who have less than 75% attendance will be considered for condonation of shortage of
attendance. However a condonation of 10% in attendance will be given on medical reasons.
Application for condonation recommended by the Faculty Advisor, concerned faculty member
and the HOD is to be submitted to the Director(Academic) who, depending on the merits of the
case, may permit the student to appear for the end semester examination. A student will be
eligible for this concession at most in two semesters during the entire degree programme.
Application for medical leave, supported by medical certificate with endorsement by a
Registered Medical Officer, should reach the HOD within seven days after returning from leave
or, on or before the last instructional day of the semester, whichever is earlier.
13.3. As an incentive to those students who are involved in extra curricular activities such as
representing the University in Sports and Games, Cultural Festivals, and Technical Festivals,
NCC/ NSS events, a relaxation of up to 10% attendance will be given subject to the condition
that these students take prior approval from the officer –in-charge. All such applications should
be recommended by the concerned HOD and forwarded to Director(Academic) within seven
instructional days after the programme/activity.
14. Assessment Procedure

14.1. The Academic Council will decide from time to time the system of tests and examinations
in each subject in each semester.
14.2. For each theory course, the assessment will be done on a continuous basis as follows:
Duration of
Weigh -
Test / Exam Test /
tage
Exam
First Periodical Test 10% 2 Periods
Second Periodical
10% 2 Periods
Test
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Third Periodical
20% 3 hours
Test/Model exam
Seminar/
20%
Assignments/Quiz
End – semester
50% 3 Hours
examination
* Best out of the two test will be considered.
14.3. For practical courses, the assessment will be done by the subject teachers as below:
(i) Weekly assignment/Observation note book / lab records – weightage 60%.

(ii) End semester examination of 3 hours duration including viva – weightage 40%.
15. Make up Examination/periodical Test
15.1. Students who miss the end-semester examinations / periodical test for valid reasons are eligible
for make-up examination /periodical test. Those who miss the end-semester examination / periodical
test should apply to the Head of the Department concerned within five days after he / she missed
examination, giving reasons for absence.
15.2 Permission to appear for make-up examination / model exam will be given under
exceptional circumstances such as admission to a hospital due to illness. Students should
produce a medical certificate issued by a Registered Medical Practitioner certifying that he/she
was admitted to hospital during the period of examination / model exam and the same should be
duly endorsed by parent / guardian and also by a medical officer of the University within 5 days
16. Project evaluation
16.1. For Project work, the assessment will be done on a continuous basis as follows:
w / Examination tage
Review
d Review
Review
emester Examination
For end semester exam, the student will submit a Project Report in a format specified by the
Director(Academic). The first three reviews will be conducted by a Committee constituted by the
Head of the Department. The end – semester examination will be conducted by a Committee
constituted by the Controller of Examinations. This will include an external expert.
17. Declaration of results
17.1 A candidate who secures not less than 50% of total marks prescribed for a course with a
minimum of 50% of the marks prescribed for the end semester examination shall be declared to
have passed the course and earned the specified credits for the course.
17.2 After the valuation of the answer scripts, the tabulated results are to be scrutinized by the
Result Passing Boards
of PG programmes constituted by the Vice-Chancellor. The recommendations of the
Result Passing Boards will be placed before the Standing Sub Committee of the Academic
Council constituted by the Chancellor for scrutiny. The minutes of the Standing Sub
Committee along with the results are to be placed before the Vice-Chancellor for approval.
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After getting the approval of the Vice-Chancellor, the results will be published by the Controller
of Examination/Registrar.
17.3 If a candidate fails to secure a pass in a course due to not satisfying the minimum
requirement in the end semester examination, he/she shall register and re-appear for the end
semester examination during the following semester. However, the sessional marks secured by
the candidate will be retained for all such attempts.
17.4 If a candidate fails to secure a pass in a course due to insufficient sessional marks though
meeting the minimum requirements of the end semester examination, wishes to improve on
his/her sessional marks, he/she will have to register for the particular course and attend the
course with permission of the HOD concerned and the Registrar. The sessional and external
marks obtained by the candidate in this case will replace the earlier result.
17.5 A candidate can apply for the revaluation of his/her end semester examination answer
paper in a theory course within 2 weeks from the declaration of the results, on payment of a
prescribed fee through proper application to the Registrar/Controller of Examinations through
the Head of the Department. The Registrar/ Controller of Examination will arrange for the
revaluation and the results will be intimated to the candidate concerned through the Head of the
Department. Revaluation is not permitted for practical courses and for project work.
18. Grade Card
18.1. After results are declared, grade sheet will be issued to each student, which will contain
the following details:
(i) Program and branch for which the student has enrolled.
(ii) Semester of registration.
(iii) List of courses registered during the semester and the grade scored.
(iv) Semester Grade Point Average (GPA)
(v) Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA).
19. Class / Division
19.1 Classification is based on CGPA and is as follows:

CGPA≥8.0: First Class with distinction
6.5 ≤CGPA < 8.0: First Class
5.0 ≤CGPA < 6.5: Second Class.
19.2 (i) Further, the award of ‘First class with distinction’ is subject to the candidate becoming
eligible for the award of the degree having passed the examination in all the courses in his/her
first appearance within the minimum duration of the programme.
(ii) The award of ‘First Class’ is further subject to the candidate becoming eligible to the award
of the degree having passed the examination in all the courses within the below mentioned
duration of the programme.
No. of
Program
Semesters
M.Tech
5
(Full - time)
M.Tech
7
(Part - time)
8
M.B.A. (Full Time) 5
M.B.A. (Part Time) 7
M.C.A.
7
(Full - Time)
M.C.A
9
(Part –Time)
(iii) The period of authorized discontinuation of the programme (vide clause 11.1) will not be
counted for the purpose of the above classification.
20. Transfer of credits
20.1. Within the broad framework of these regulations, the Academic Council, based on the
recommendation of the transfer of credits committee so constituted by the Chancellor may
permit students to earn part of the credit requirement in other approved institutions of repute
and status in the country or abroad.
21. Eligibility for the award of (M.TECH / M.B.A. / M.C.A.) Degree
21.1. A student will be declared to be eligible for the award of the (M.TECH / M.B.A. / M.C.A.).
Degree if he/she has
i) registered and successfully credited all the core courses,
ii) successfully acquired the credits in the different categories as specified in the curriculum
corresponding to the discipline (branch) of his/her study within the stipulated time,
iii) has no dues to all sections of the Institute including Hostels, and
iv) has no disciplinary action pending against him/her.
The award of the degree must be recommended by the Academic Council and approved by the
Board of Management of the University.
22. Power to modify
22.1. Notwithstanding all that has been stated above, the Academic Council has the right to
modify any of the above regulations from time to time.
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DEPARTMENT OF AERONAUTICAL ENGINEERING
M.Tech. AERONAUTICAL ENGINEERING
CURRICULAM 2013
SEMESTER I
Course
Sl. No. Course Title L T P Credit TCH
Code
Advanced Engineering
1 PMA1601 3 1 0 4 4
Mathematics
2 PAE1601 Aerodynamics – I 3 0 2 4 5
3 PAE1602 Aerospace Propulsion 3 1 0 4 4
4 PAE1603 Aircraft Structures 3 1 0 4 4
5 - Elective-I 3 1 0 4 4
6 - Elective-II 3 1 0 4 4
Total 24 25
SEMESTER II
Sl. Course
No. Code
Course Title L T P Credit TCH
1 PAE1604 Aerodynamics II 3 1 0 4 4
Composite Materials and
2 PAE1605 3 1 0 4 4
Structures
Experimental Stress
3 PAE1606 3 1 0 4 4
Analysis
4 PAE1607 Finite Element Methods 3 1 0 4 4
5 PAE1608 Rocketry and Space Mech. 3 1 0 4 4
6 PAE1609 Theory of Vibrations 3 1 0 4 4
Practical
7 PAE1625 Aircraft Structures Lab 0 0 3 1 3
Total 25 27
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SEMESTER III
Sl. Course
No. Code
Course Title L T P Credit TCH
1 - Elective-III 3 1 0 4 4
2 - Elective-IV 3 1 0 4 4
3 - Elective-V 3 1 0 4 4
Practical
4 PAE1626 Aircraft Systems Lab 0 0 3 1 3
5 PAE1610 Project Work-Phase I 0 0 12 6 12
Total 19 27
SEMESTER IV
Sl. Course TCH

Course Title L T P Credit
No. Code
1 PAE1611 Project Work-Phase II 0 0 24 12 24
Total 12 24
Total No. of Credit = 80
ELECTIVE COURSES
SEMESTER I
Total
Sl. Course
No. Code
Course Title L T P Credit Contact
hours
1 PAE1612 Advanced Propulsion Systems 3 1 0 4 4
2 PAE1613 Theory of Elasticity 3 1 0 4 4
3 PAE1614 Advanced Heat Transfer 3 1 0 4 4
4 PAE1615 Aircraft Design 3 1 0 4 4
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ELECTIVE COURSES
SEMESTER III
Total
Sl. Course
No. Code
Course Title L T P Credit Contact
hours
Computational Fluid
1 PAE1616 3 1 0 4 4
Dynamics
2 PAE1617 Cryogenics 3 1 0 4 4
Fatigue and Fracture
3 PAE1618 3 1 0 4 4
Mechanics
High Temp. Problems in
4 PAE1619 3 1 0 4 4
Structures
5 PAE1620 Theory of Plates and Shells 3 1 0 4 4
6 PAE1621 Industrial Aerodynamics 3 1 0 4 4
7 PAE1622 Helicopter Aerodynamics 3 1 0 4 4
8 PAE1623 Aero Elasticity 3 1 0 4 4
9 PAE1624 Hypersonic Aerodynamics 3 1 0 4 4
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SEMESTER I
PMA1601 Advanced Engineering L T P C
Mathematics 3 1 0 4
Goal To impart fundamental knowledge in various fields of

advanced engineering mathematics and its applications.
OBJECTIVES OUTCOMES
Impart the students The student will
To develop strong fundamentals of Be able to understand the Functional dependent on
calculus of variations functions of independent variables
To enhance transform methods Have a fundamental knowledge of Laplace equations.
Fourier transformation methods.
To enable the students to properties of Understand the concept Laplace equation and properties
Harmonic functions of Harmonic functions
To provide a strong foundation in the Know the explicit and implicit methods with examples.
understanding of Numerical solution of
partial equations
To enrich the knowledge of conformal Have an understanding of transformation and application

mapping and applications of fluid and heat flow
L T P C
PMA1601 ADVANCED ENGINEERING MATHEMATICS 3 1 0 4
UNIT I CALCULUS OF VARIATIONS 12

Concept of variation and its properties- Euler’s Equation-Functional dependant on first and
higher order derivatives - Functional dependant on functions of several independent variables-
Isoperimetric problems – Direct methods-Ritz and Kantrovich methods
UNIT II TRANSFORM METHODS 12

Laplace transform methods for one dimensional wave equation – Displacements in a long string
– Longitudinal vibration of an elastic bar - Fourier Transform methods for one dimensional heat
conduction problems in infinite and semi-infinite rod
UNIT III ELLIPTIC EQUATIONS 12
Laplace equation – Properties of Harmonic functions – Solutions of Laplace equation by means
of Fourier transform in a half plane in an infinite strip and in a semi-infinite strip
UNIT IV NUMERICAL SOLUTION OF PARTIAL DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS

12
Solution of Laplace and Poisson equation on a rectangular region by Lieebmann’s method –
Diffusion equation by the explicit and Crank Nicolson – Implicit methods – Solution of wave
equations by explicit scheme Cubic spline interpolation
UNIT V CONFORMAL MAPPING AND APPLICATIONS 12

The Schwarz – Christoffel transformation – Transformation of boundaries in parametric form –
Physical applications - Application to fluid and heat flow
TOTAL: 60
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REFERENCES
1. Gupta, A.S, “Calculus of Variations with Applications”, Prentice Hall of India(P) Ltd.,
New Delhi, 6th print, 2006
2. Sankar Rao, .K, “Introduction to Partial Differential Equations”,Prentice Hall of
India(P) Ltd., New Delhi, 5th print, 2004.
3. Jain.R.K,Iyengar.S.R.K, “ Advanced Engineering Mathematics”.Narosa publications
2nd Edition, 2006
4. Grewal, B.S, “ Numerical Methods in Science and Engineering ”., Kanna Publications,
`NewDelhi.
5. Kandasamy.P , Thilagavathy. K and Gunavathy. K, “Numerical Methods”., S Chand
andCo, Ltd., New Delhi, 5th Edition, 2007
6. Spiegel , M. R ,“ Theory and problems of Complex Variables with an Introduction to
Conformal Mapping and Its applications ”, Schaum’s outline series, McGraw Hill
Book Co, 1987.
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PAE1601 Aerodynamics -I LT P C
3 0 2 4
Goal To understand the behavior of airflow over bodies with

particular emphasis on airfoil sections in the incompressible
flow regime .
OBJECTIVES OUTCOMES
To review of basic fluid mechanics Be able to understand the continuity,source,sink,pressure,
velocity distributions with and without circulation with
experiments
To enable the function of airfoils Have a fundamental knowledge thin airfoil theory and its
applications with experiments
To enable wing theory Understand the concept of lifting line theory, aspect ratio
and taper ratio with experiments
To enrich the knowledge on Know the flows. shock, expansion waves and small
compressible flows perturbation theory with experiments
To give knowledge on wind tunnel Have an understanding various types of wind tunnel and
measurement system with experiments
UNIT I REVIEW OF BASIC FLUID MECHANICS 10

Continuity and Momentum equations, Point source and sink, Free and Forced Vortex, Uniform
parallel flow, combination of basic flows, Pressure and Velocity distributions On bodies with
and without circulation in ideal and real fluid flows, Magnus effect
Lab : 1. Calibration of wind tunnel
2. Pressure distribution on 3-D bodies
UNIT II AIRFOILS 12
Conformal Transformation, Kutta condition, Karman – Treffz profiles, Thin aerofoil Theory and
its applications.
Lab: 1. Pressure distribution over an aerofoil at different angles of attack.
UNIT III WING THEORY 12

Vortex line, Horse shoe vortex, Biot and savart law, lifting line theory, effects of aspect Ratio,
planform and taper ratio.
Lab : 1. Drag measurements in Wind Tunnels.
UNIT IV ELEMENTS OF COMPRESSIBLE FLOWS 14

Isentropic flows – shock and expansion waves, compressibility effects on aerodynamic
Coefficients, method of characteristics – small perturbation theory.
Lab : 1. Calibration of supersonic wind tunnel.
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UNIT V WIND TUNNELS 12
Types of wind tunnels – Flow visualization processes – Measurements in wind tunnels, 6-
component balance.
Lab : 1. Supersonic flow visualization with schlieren systems.
TOTAL: 60
REFERENCES
1. J.D. Anderson, “Fundamental of Aerodynamics”, McGraw-Hill Book Co., New York,
1985.
2. E.L. Houghton and N.B. Carruthers, “Aerodynamics for Engineering Students”, Edward
Arnold Publishers Ltd., London (First Indian Edition), 1988.
3. W.H. Rae and A. Pope, “Low speed Wind Tunnel Testing”, John Wiley Publications,
1984.
4. Shapiro, A.H., Dynamics & Thermodynamics of Compressible Fluid Flow, Ronald Press,
1982.
5. Zucrow, M.J., and Anderson, J.D., Elements of gas dynamics McGraw-Hill Book Co.,
New York, 1989.
6. Rathakrishnan.E., Gas Dynamics, Prentice Hall of India, 1995.
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PAE1602 Aerospace propulsion LT P C
3 1 0 4
Goal To understand the principles of operation and design of

aircraft and spacecraft power plants .
OBJECTIVES OUTCOMES
To review of aircraft propulsion Be able to understand the classification of power plants
and differences jet engine and rocket engine
To enable the function gas turbines Have a fundamental knowledge turbojet,turbo prop and
turbo fan engines
To enable knowledge on Understand the concept thermodynamic analysis
thermodynamics of jet engines components of jet engine. Ram jet and pulse jet
application
To enrich the knowledge on Know the reaction principle, thrust equation, propellants
Rocket propulsion and rocket performance
To give knowledge on ramjet and Have an understanding various types of supersonic

scramjet propulsion combustors, Requirements for supersonic combustors,
Performance estimation of supersonic combustors
UNIT I ELEMENTS OF AIRCRAFT PROPULSION 12

Classification of power plants based on methods of aircraft propulsion – jet and rocket
propulsion – Differences between jet propulsion engines and rocket propulsion engines – Types
and areas of applications – fundamental of aircraft piston engines.
UNIT II INTRODUCTION TO GAS TURBINE ENGINES 12
Classification of air breathing engines – Principle of turbojet, turbo-prop, turbo-jet with reheat,
by-pass and turbo fan concepts – Thrust augmentation in jet engines and its application to
aircraft.
UNIT III THERMODYNAMICS OF JET ENGINES 12
Thermodynamic analysis of jet engine – components of a jet engine – Compressor, combustion
chamber, turbine and jet nozzle – their efficiencies – Introduction to ramjet, pulse jet and their
application – Introduction to combustion and chemical kinetics.
UNIT IV ROCKET PROPULSION 12
Introduction to rocket propulsion – Reaction principle – Thrust equation – Classification of
rockets based on propellants used – solid, liquid and hybrid – Comparison of these engines with
special reference to rocket performance.
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UNIT V RAMJET AND SCRAMJET PROPULSION 12
Ram jet -Operating principle – Sub critical, critical and supercritical operation – Combustion in
ramjet engine – Ramjet performance - Fundamentals of hypersonic air birthing vehicles,
Preliminary concepts in engine airframe integration, Various types of supersonic combustors,
Requirements for supersonic combustors, Performance estimation of supersonic combustors.
TOTAL: 60
REFERENCES
1. G.C. Oates, “Aerothermodynamics of Aircraft Engine Components”, AIAA Education
Series, Published by AIAA, New York, 1985.
2. G.C. Oates, “Aircraft Propulsion system technology & design”, AIAA Education Series,
1989.
3. G.P.Sutton, “Rocket Propulsion Elements”, John Wiley & Sons Inc., New York, 5th
Edition, 1986.
4. H.Cohen, G.F.C.Rogers & H.I.H.Saravana muttoo, “Gas turbine theory”, Longman Co.,
ELBS Ed., 1982.
5. W.P.Gill, H.J.Smith & J.E. Ziurys, “Fundamentals of Internal Combustion Engines as
applied to Reciprocating, Gas turbine & Jet Propulsion Power Plants”, Oxford & IBH
Publishing Co., 1980.
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PAE1603 Aircraft Structures LT P C
3 1 0 4
Goal To understand different types of beams and columns

subjected to various types of loading and support conditions
with particular emphasis on aircraft structural components.
OBJECTIVES OUTCOMES
To review unsymmetrical bending Be able to understand the stresses in unsymmetrical
sections with experiments
To enable the aircraft structure with its Have a fundamental knowledge monocoque and
classification semimonocoque structure, Torsion and thin walled
structure with experiments
To enable knowledge on Understand the analysis of stiffened tubular structure,
Stiffened structure Analysis Multi cell, rings & frames revlent to aircraft
structure
To enrich the knowledge on Know the buckling and failures of thin walled structures
Stability of structures
To give knowledge on shells Have an understanding of idealisation of stiffened panels.

Shear centre and shear flow of multi cell.
UNIT I UNSYMMETRICAL BENDING 12
Stresses in beams of unsymmetrical sections, box beams.
Lab : 1. Use of Double Dial gauge to find the deformations of the given Material.
2. Finding the flexibility coefficients of the given cantilever beam and verification of
Maxwell’s reciprocal theorem and principle of superposition.
3. Unsymmetrical Bending of cantilever beam.
UNIT II AIRCRAFT STRUCTURE MONOCOQUE AND SEMI MONOCOQUE

12
Analysis of tubular, monocoque and semi-monocoque structures – Torsion and flexure of thin
walled boxes – shear centre – Flexural axis and axis of twist.
Lab: 1. Combined bending of hollow circular shaft.
2. Finding the shear center of the given C-section.
UNIT III ANALYSIS OF STIFFENED STRUCTURES 12

Idealisation and analysis of stiffened tubular structures – Study of open tubes – Analysis of multi
cell tubes. Analysis of rings and frames – Applications to aircraft structures.
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UNIT IV STABILITY PROBLEMS 12
Stability problems of thin walled structures – Flexural, torsional and local failures – Influence of
eccentricity and in elasticity – Buckling of plates and sheet stringer combinations - crippling
loads – Tension field theory.
Lab : 1. Buckling of columns and plotting of Southwell’s plot.
UNIT V SHELLS 12
Idealization of stiffened shells, shear center, shear flow in thin walled multicell box beams, effect
of taper
TOTAL :60
REFERENCES
1. E.F. Bruhn, “Analysis and Design of Flight Vehicle Structures”, Tristate Offset Co.,
1980.
2. Megson, T.M.G; Aircraft Structures for Engineering Students, Edward Arnold, 1989.
3. Peery, D.J. and Azar, J.J., Aircraft Structures, 2nd Edition, McGraw-Hill, New York,
1993.
4. Stephen P. Tinnoshenko & S.woinowsky Krieger, Theory of Plates and Shells, 2nd
Edition, McGraw-Hill, Singapore, 1990.
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SEMESTER II
PAE1604 Aerodynamics-II LT P C
3 1 0 4
Goal To understand the behavior of airflow both internal and

external in compressible flow regime with particular
emphasis on supersonic flows
OBJECTIVES OUTCOMES
To review principles of flight Be able to understand the different flight vehicles,
altitude, True and indicated Air speed, Airplane and its
functions
To enable the different types of drag Have a fundamental knowledge of drag, Reynold’s
number, drag polar and momentum theory
To enable knowledge on Understand the performance parameters like range,
Aircraft performance endurance, Takeoff, landing and propellers and its types
To enrich the knowledge on Be able to demonstrate knowledge on shocks,
Shocks and waves corrections, Oblique shocks and corresponding equations
To give knowledge on stability & Have an understanding of static, dynamic, lateral

control ,longitudinal and directional stability
UNIT I INTRODUCTION TO PRINCIPLES OF FLIGHT 10

Physical properties and structure of the atmosphere, Temperature, pressure and altitude
Relationship, Measurement of speed – True and Indicated Air speed, Components of an Airplane
and their functions, Different types of flight vehicles.
UNIT II DRAG OF BODIES 10

Types of Drag, effects of Reynold’ number on skin friction and pressure drag, streamlined And
bluff bodies, Drag reduction of airplanes, Momentum theory of finite wings, Drag polar.
UNIT III AIRCRAFT PERFORMANCE 14
Steady level flight conditions for minimum drag and minimum power required, Gliding and
Climbing flight, Range and endurance, Take-off and landing, High left devices, Thrust
Augmentation, Turning performance, V-n diagram, Froude momentum and black elements
Theory of propellers, Fixed and Variable pitch propellers.
UNIT IV NORMAL, OBLIQUE SHOCKS AND EXPANSION WAVES 14

Prandtl equation and Rankine – Hugonoit relation, Normal shock equations, Pitot static tube,
corrections for subsonic and supersonic flows, Oblique shocks and corresponding equations,
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Hodograph and pressure turning angle, shock polars, flow past wedges and concave corners,
strong, weak and detached shocks, Rayleigh and Fanno Flow.
UNIT V AIRCRAFT STABILITY AND CONTROL 12

Degrees of freedom of a system, static and dynamic stability, static longitudinal stability, Static
lateral stability, static directional stability, dynamic longitudinal stability, dynamic lateral And
directional stability.
TOTAL: 60
REFERENCES
1. Houghton, E.L., and Carruthers. N.B., “ Aerodynamics for engineering students ”.,
Edward Amold Publishers, 1988.
2. Kuethe, A.M., and Chow, C.Y., “ Foundations of Aerodynamics ”., John Wiley & Sons,
1982.
3. L.J. Clancey, “Aerodynamics”., Pitman, 1986.
4. Perkins C.D., & Hage, R.E, “Airplane performance, stability and control”, Wiley Toppan,
1974.
5. Babister, A.W, “ Aircraft stability and Response”., Pergamon Press, 1980.
6. Nelson, R.C. Flight ,“ Stability & Automatic Control ”., McGraw-Hill, 1989.
7. McCornic, B.W, “Aerodynamics, Aeronautics & Flight Mechanics”. John Wiley, 1995.
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PAE1605 Composite materials and LT P C
structure 3 1 0 4
Goal To understand the fabrication, analysis and design of

composite materials & structures
OBJECTIVES OUTCOMES
To impart knowledge on composites Be able to understand the need and types of composite
material
To impart basic concepts Have a fundamental knowledge of orthotropic,
anisotropic material. Micromechanics and macro
mechanics
To do analysis of laminated composites Know the governing equations, static, dynamic stability
Analysis of composite plates
To enable analysis and failure theory Have an understanding of Netting analysis, failure criteria
and sandwich construction
To know manufacturing and fabrication To enable to understand manufacturing of fibres and
processes processes
UNIT I CLASSIFICATION AND CHARACTERISTIC OF COMPOSITE

MATERIALS 8
Need for the composite materials. Types of composite materials and their use in structures.
UNIT II BASIC CONCEPTS 15

Hooke’s law for orthotropic and anisotropic materials. Micromechanics and macro mechanics.
Lamina stress-strain relations referred and principal material directions and arbitrary axes.
UNIT III ANALYSIS OF LAMINATED COMPOSITES 17

Governing equations for anisotropic and orthotropic plates. Angle-ply and cross ply laminates.
Static, dynamic and stability analysis for simpler cases of composite plates. Inter laminar
stresses.
UNIT IV OTHER METHODS OF ANALYSIS AND FAILURE THEORY 10

Netting analysis, Failure criteria. Sandwich construction.
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UNIT V MANUFACTURING & FABRICATION PROCESSES 10
Manufacturing of glass, boron and carbon fibres. Open mould and closed mould processes.
TOTAL: 60
REFERENCES
1. R.M. Jones, “Mechanics of composite materials”, McGraw-Hill, Kogakusha Ltd., Tokyo,
1975.
2. L.R. Calcote, “Analysis of laminated structures”, Van Nostrand Reinhold Co., 1989.
3. G.Lubin, “Hand Book on Fibre glass and advanced plastic composites”, Van Nostrand
Co., New York, 1989.
4. B.D. Agarwal and L.J. Broutman, “Analysis and Performance of fiber composites”, John-
Wiley and Sons, 1980.
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PAE1606 Experimental stress analysis LT P C
3 1 0 4
Goal To bring awareness on experimental method of finding the

response of the structure to different types of load
OBJECTIVES OUTCOMES
To review types of extensometers Be able to understand the types and its operating methods
To enable the strain gauge techniques Have a fundamental knowledge transducers for
measurement of static and dynamic loads
To enable photo elastic techniques Understand the stress analysis of 2D and 3D photo
elasticity, stress patterns and polariscope
To enrich the knowledge Non Be able to understand method ,types or techniques and
destructive testing Moire fringes
To give knowledge on emerging Have an understanding modern techniques like C-Scan,

techniques Thermograph, Creep testing, optical sensor.
UNIT I INTRODUCTION 8
Extensometers – Types – Mechanical, Electrical, Electronic and Optical – Review of bridge
circuits.
UNIT II STRAIN GAUGE TECHNIQUES 12
Strain gauge and transducers for measurement of static and dynamic loads – Instrumentation,
measurement and recording systems.
UNIT III PHOTO ELASTIC TECHNIQUES 13
Stress analysis by two and three dimensional photo elasticity – Interpretation of stress patterns –
Typical applications – Description and users of reflection polariscope.
UNIT IV NON – DESTRUCTIVE TESTING 15
Fundamentals of NDT. Radiography, ultrasonic, Holography ,Laser holography magnetic
particle inspection, Fluorescent penetrant technique, Eddy current testing, Acoustic Emission
Technique, Moire fringes –– Grid methods
UNIT V OTHER TECHNIQUES 12

Stress analysis by stress coat ––Induction heating instrumentation, measurement and recording
techniques – Creep testing. X-ray,– applications. Fundamentals of brittle coating methods,
Introduction to Moiré techniques, , ultrasonic C- Scan, Thermograph, Fiber – optic Sensors.
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TOTAL: 60
REFERENCES
1. J.W. Dally and M.F. Riley, “Experimental Stress Analysis”, McGraw-Hill Book Co.,
New York, 1988.
2. P. Fordham, “Non-Destructive Testing Techniques” Business Publications, London,
1988.
3. M. Hetenyi, “Handbook of Experimental Stress Analysis”, John Wiley & Sons Inc., New
York, 1980.
4. G.S. Holister, “Experimental Stress Analysis, Principles and Methods”, Cambridge
University Press, 1987.
5. A.J. Durelli and V.J. Parks, “Moire Analysis of Strain”, Prentice Hall Inc., Englewood
Cliffs, New Jersey, 1980.
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PAE1607 Finite element methods LT P C
3 1 0 4
Goal To introduce the concept of numerical analysis of structural

components
OBJECTIVES OUTCOMES
To review approximate methods in Be able to understand stiffness and flexibility matrices.
structural analysis
To enable the discrete elements in Be able to understand bar & beam elements with
structural analysis computer aided engineering
To enable knowledge on Understand the applications of plane stress-strain and axi-
Continuum elements symmetric problems , use numerical integration
To enrich the knowledge on Know the 2D,3D elements with reference to aircraft
Isometric elements structural parts wing, fuselage and turbine blades
To give knowledge on solution schemes Have an understanding static, dynamic problems and
computer engineering software
Review of various approximate methods in structural analysis. Stiffness and flexibility matrices
for simple cases. Basic concepts of finite element method. Formulation of governing equations
and convergence criteria.
UNIT II DISCRETE ELEMENTS 12

Use of bar and beam elements in structural analysis. Computer implementation of procedure for
these elements.
UNIT III CONTINUUM ELEMENTS 12

Different forms of 2-D elements and their applications for plane stress, plane strain and axi-
symmetric problems. Consistent and lumped formulation. Use of local co-ordinates. Numerical
integration.
UNIT IV ISOPARAMETRIC ELEMENTS 12

Definition and use of different forms of 2-D and 3-D elements. Computer implementation of
formulation of these elements for the analysis of typical aircraft structural parts like, wing,
fuselage, turbine blades.
UNIT V SOLUTION SCHEMES 12

Different methods of solution of simultaneous equations governing static, dynamics and stability
problems. General purpose Software packages.
TOTAL: 60
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REFERENCES
1. L.J. Segerlind, “Applied Finite Element Analysis”, Second Edition, John Wiley and Sons
Inc., New York, 1984.
2. K.J. Bathe and E.L. Wilson, “Numerical Methods in Finite Elements Analysis”, Prentice
Hall of India Ltd., 1983.
3. R.D. Cook, “Concepts and Applications of Finite Element Analysis”, 3rd Edition, John
Wiley & Sons, 1989.
4. C.S. Krishnamurthy, “Finite Elements Analysis”, Tata McGraw-Hill, 1987.
5. V.Ramamurthi, “Computer Aided Design in Mechanical Engineering”, Tata McGraw-
Hill.
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PAE1608 Rocketry and space mechanics LT P C
3 1 0 4
Goal To introduce basic concepts of design and trajectory estimation of

rocket , missiles and basic concepts of orbital Mechanics
OBJECTIVES OUTCOMES
To enable orbital mechanics and Be able to understand solar system, Keplers, Newton’s
satellite dynamics law of motion, escape velocity, Geosynchronous ,
geostationary satellites
To enable the motion of rockets Be able to understand principle of rocket and its stages,
thrust equation, one and two dimensional rocket motions
To enable knowledge on rocket Understand the loads, drag, performances at different
aerodynamics altitudes, types of nozzles and launching problems
To enrich the knowledge on materials for Be able to understand materials used and special coatings
space craft and missiles and ablative materials
To give knowledge on satellite injection Satellite injections, orbit transfer, orbit deviation due to
and its perturbations injection error, general perturbation approach
UNIT I ORBITAL MECHANICS AND SATELLITE DYNAMICS 15

Description of solar system – Keplers Laws of planetary motion – Newton’s Law of Universal
gravitation – Two body and Three-body problems – Jacobis Integral, Librations points –
Estimator of orbital and escape velocities – geosynchronous and geostationary satellites life time
– satellite perturbations – Hohmann orbits – calculation of orbit parameters.
UNIT II ROCKET MOTION 15
Principle of operation of rocket motor - thrust equation – one dimensional and two dimensional
rocket motions in free space and homogeneous gravitational fields – Description of vertical,
inclined and gravity turn trajectories determinations of range and altitude – simple
approximations to burnout velocity – staging of rockets.
UNIT III ROCKET AERODYNAMICS 12
Description of various loads experienced by a rocket passing through atmosphere – drag
estimation – wave drag, skin friction drag,and base pressure drag – Boat-tailing in missiles –
performance at various altitudes – conical and bell shaped nozzles – adapted nozzles – rocket
dispersion – launching problems.
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UNIT IV MATERIALS FOR SPACECRAFT AND MISSILES 5
Selections of materials for spacecraft and missiles – special requirements of materials to perform
under adverse conditions – ablative materials.
UNIT V SATELLITE INJECTION AND SATELLITE ORBIT PERTURBATIONS 13
General Aspects of satellite Injections – Satellite Orbit Transfer –Various Cases – Orbit
Deviations Due to Injection Errors – Special and General Perturbations – Cowell’s Method –
Encke’s Method – Method of vibrations of Orbital Elements – General Perturbations Approach.
TOTAL: 60
REFERENCES
1. G.P. Sutton, “Rocket Propulsion Elements”, John Wiley & Sons Inc., New York, 5th
Edition, 1986.
2. J.W. Cornelisse, “Rocket Propulsion and Space Dynamics”, J.W. Freeman & Co., Ltd.,
London, 1982.
3. Van de Kamp, “Elements of astromechanics”, Pitman Publishing Co., Ltd., London,
1980.
4. E.R. Parker, “Materials for Missiles and Spacecraft”, McGraw-Hill Book Co., Inc., 1982.
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PAE1609 Theory of vibration LT P C
3 1 0 4
Goal To study the dynamic behaviour of different aircraft

components and the interaction among the aerodynamic,
elastic and inertia forces
OBJECTIVES OUTCOMES
To review unsymmetrical bending Be able to understand the stresses in unsymmetrical
sections with experiments
To enable the aircraft structure with its Have a fundamental knowledge monocoque and
classification semimonocoque structure, Torsion and thin walled
structure with experiments
To enable knowledge on Understand the analysis of stiffened tubular structure,
Stiffened structure Analysis Multi cell, rings & frames revlent to aircraft
structure
To enrich the knowledge on Know the buckling and failures of thin walled structures
Stability of structures
To give knowledge on shells Have an understanding of idealisation of stiffened panels.

Shear centre and shear flow of multi cell.
Simple harmonic motion, definition of terminologies, Review of Newton’s, Laws, D’Alembert’s
principle, Energy methods.
UNIT II SINGLE DEGREE OF FREEDOM SYSTEMS 10

Free vibrations free damped vibrations, forced excitations with and without damping, support
excitation, vibration measuring instruments.
UNIT III MULTI-DEGREE OF FREEDOM SYSTEMS 18
Two degrees of freedom systems, Static and dynamic couplings, vibration absorber, Principle
coordinates, Principal modes, orthogonality conditions. Hamilton’s Prinicple, Lagrangean
equation and applications. Vibrations of elastic bodies, String or stretched cord, Longitudinal
vibration, Lateral vibration, Torsional vibration. Approximate methods for calculating natural
frequencies.
UNIT IV ELEMENTS OF AEROELASTICITY 10
Aero elastic problems – Collar’s triangle of courses – Wing divergence –
Aileron control reversal – Flutter.
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UNIT V SOLUTION METHOD 12
Computational technique in vibration, Vibrating string, General method, Beam

element, Global matrices, Transformation of matrices, Equation of motion of
complete system, Consistent and Lombard mass
TOTAL: 60
REFERENCES
1. Timoshenko.S, “ Vibration Problems in Engineering ”, John Wiley & Sons, Inc., 1987.
2. Meirovitch, L, Elements of Vibration Analysis ”, McGraw-Hill Inc., 1986.
3. F.S. Rse., I.F. Morse and R.T. Hinkle, “ Mechanical Vibrations ”, Prentice-Hall of India,
1985.
4. Fung, Y.C, “ An Introduction to the Theory of Aeroelasticity ”, John Wiley & Sons Inc.,
New York, 1985.5. Rao.J.S. and Gupta.K, “ Theory and Practice of Mechanical
Vibrations ”, Wiley Eastern Ltd., New Dehli, 1999.
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PAE1625 Aircraft Structures Lab LT P C
0 0 3 1
Goal To study experimentally the load deflection characteristics

structural materials under different types of loads
OBJECTIVES OUTCOMES
1.Stress Strain curve for various

engineering materials.
2.Deflection of beams with various end Be able to understand the behaviour of structural
conditions. materials through experiments
3.Verification of Maxwell’s Reciprocal
theorem & principle of superposition
4.Column – Testing
5.South – well’s plot.
6.Unsymmetrical bending of beams
7.Shear centre location for open sections
and closed section
8.Calibration of Photo- elastic materials
9.Stresses in circular discs and beams
using photoelastic techniques
10.Vibrations of beams
LIST OF EQUIPMENTS
(For a batch of 30 students)
SL. NO. EQUIPMENTS QTY

1. Electrical strain gauge 10
2. Strain indicator 1
3. Dial Gauges 12
4. Beam Test set up with various end conditions 2
5 Maxwell apparatus 1
6 South – well’s plot 1
7. Weight 1 Kg and 2kg 10 each
8. Weight Pans 6
9. Column Test Apparatus 1
10 Beam Test set –up 2
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11 Unsymmetrical sections like ‘Z’ sections 2
12 Channel ,angle open and closed section 2
13 Dial gauges 12
14 Vibration Test Set – up 2
15 Strain indicator and strain gauges One set
16 Photo – elastic apparatus 1
PAE1626 Aircraft System Lab LT P C

0 0 3 1
Goal To train the students “ON HAND” experience in maintenance

of various air frame systems in aircraft and rectification of
common snags.
OBJECTIVES OUTCOMES
Aircraft “Jacking Up” procedure Be able to understand the maintenance procedures through
Aircraft “Levelling” procedure various established set up
Aircraft “Symmetry Check” procedure
Control System “Rigging check”
procedure
Checks on Landing Gear assembly
Functional Test” on Aircraft Hydraulic
system
Maintenance and rectification of snags in
hydraulic and fuel systems
LIST OF EQUIPMENTS
SL.NO. ITEMS QUANTITY
1. Serviceable aircraft with all above systems 1
2. Hydraulic Jacks (Screw Jack) 5
3. Trestle adjustable 5
4. Spirit Level 2
5. Leveling Boards 2
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6. Cable Tensiometer 1
7. Adjustable Spirit Level 1
8. Plumb Bob 1
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SEMESTER III & IV
PAE1610 & PAE1611 Project work (Phase I & II) L T P C

0 0 36 18
Goal To train the students “ON HAND” experience in maintenance

of various air frame systems in aircraft and rectification of
common snags.
OBJECTIVES OUTCOMES
The objective of the project work is to Be able to understand various procedures in identifying
the project and literature survey, reference of journals,
enable the students on a project involving
experiments and theoretical work
theoretical and experimental studies related
to the branch of study. Every project work
shall have a guide who is the member of
the faculty of the institution. Full semester
shall be allotted and this time shall be
utilized by the students to receive the
directions from the guide, on library
reading, laboratory work, computer
analysis or field work as assigned by the
guide and also to present in periodical
seminars on the progress made in the
project.
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SEMESTER I (ELECTIVE)
PAE1612 Advanced propulsion systems LT P C

3 1 0 4
Goal To understand the principles of operation of advanced

propulsion systems , working of Ramjet and Scramjet
Engines
OBJECTIVES OUTCOMES
To enable the knowledge thermo Be able to understand propulsion of turbojet
dynamic cycle analysis of air-breathing ,turbo prop, ducted fan, ram jet and thermodynamic
propulsion systems cycles, types of discharging
To enable the knowledge on ramjets Be able to understand performance calculations, design of
and air breathing rockets diffuser and hypersonic inlets and nozzles
To enable knowledge on scramjet Understand the supersonic combustors and its
propulsion system performance estimation
To enrich the knowledge on Understand the nuclear rocket engine and performance
Nuclear propulsion radioisotope propulsion, thruster technology
To give knowledge on electric and ion Understand of concepts in electric propulsion – power
propulsion requirements and rocket efficiency – thermal, electrostatic,
plasma thruster of the art and future trends.
UNIT I THERMODYNAMIC CYCLE ANALYSIS OF AIR-BREATHING

PROPULSION SYSTEMS 12
Air breathing propulsion systems like Turbojet, turboprop, ducted fan, Ramjet and Air
augmented rockets – Thermodynamic cycles – Pulse propulsion – Combustion process in pulse
jet engines – inlet charging process – Supercritical charging and subcritical discharging –
Subcritical charging and subcritical discharging – Subcritical charging and supercritical
discharging.
UNIT II RAMJETS AND AIR AUGMENTED ROCKETS 10
Preliminary performance calculations – Diffuser design and hypersonic inlets – combustor and
nozzle design – air augmented rockets – engines with supersonic combustion.
UNIT III SCRAMJET PROPULSION SYSTEM 14
Fundamental considerations of hypersonic air breathing vehicles – Preliminary concepts in
engine airframe integration – calculation of propulsion flow path – flow path integration –
Various types of supersonic combustors – fundamental requirements of supersonic combustors –
Mixing of fuel jets in supersonic cross flow – performance estimation of supersonic combustors.
UNIT IV NUCLEAR PROPULSION 12

Nuclear rocket engine design and performance – nuclear rocket reactors – nuclear rocket nozzles
– nuclear rocket engine control – radioisotope propulsion – basic thruster configurations –
thruster technology – heat source development – nozzle development – nozzle performance of
radioisotope propulsion systems.
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UNIT V ELECTRIC AND ION PROPULSION 12
Basic concepts in electric propulsion – power requirements and rocket efficiency – thermal
thrusters – electrostatic thrusters – plasma thruster of the art and future trends – Fundamentals of
ion propulsion – performance analysis – electrical thrust devices – ion rocket engine.
TOTAL: 60
REFERENCES
1. John D. Anderson, Jr,. “ Hypersonic and High Temperature Gas Dynamics ”. McGraw-
Hill Series, New York, 1996.
2. John. D.Anderson, Jr “, Modern Compressible Flwo with Historical perpectant ”.
McGraw-Hill Series, New York, 1996.
3. William H. Heiser and David T. Pratt ,“ Hypersonic Airbreathing propulsion ”. by, AIAA
Education Series.
4. John T. Bertin “ Hypersonic Aerothermodynamic ”, 1994 published by AIAA Inc.,
Washington D.C.
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PAE1613 Theory of Elasticity LT P C
3 1 0 4
Goal To understand the theoretical concepts of material behaviour

with particular emphasis on their elastic property
OBJECTIVES OUTCOMES
To enable fundamentals of elasticity Be able to understand assumptions, Stress strain
relationship and equilibrium equation
To enable basic equations of elasticity Have a fundamental knowledge about bulk, shear
modulus and Mohr’s circle
To enable knowledge on Understand the idealisation of plane stress strain and
Plane stress – strain problems problems in different methods
To enrich the knowledge on Understand equations of equilibrium and solving of
Polar co-ordinates problems in different methods
To give knowledge on torsional theory Have an understanding of torsion and application on
different cross-sections. .
UNIT I FUNDAMENTALS OF ELASTICITY 10

Assumptions In Elasticity ,Strain – displacement relations, Stress – strain relations Equilibrium
equation in Cartesian and polar coordinates., Compatibility conditions. Saint-Venant’s principle.
UNIT II BASIC EQUATIONS OF ELASTICITY 10

Lame’s constant – cubical dilation, Compressibility of material, bulk modulus, Shear modulus,
,Principal stresses and principal strains, Mohr’s circle
UNIT II PLANE STRESS AND PLANE STRAIN PROBLEMS 15

Airy’s stress function, plane stress and plane strain idealization. Special problems in polar
coordinates. Kirsch, Boussinasque’s and Michell’s problems.
UNIT IV POLAR COORDINATES 10

Equations of equilibrium, Strain displacement relations, Stress – strain relations, Axi –
symmetric problems, Kirsch, Michell’s and Boussinesque problems
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UNIT V TORSIONAL THEORY 15
Navier’s theory, St. Venant’s theory, Prandtl’s theory on torsion, The semi- inverse method and
applications to shafts of circular, elliptical, equilateral triangular and rectangular sections
TOTAL: 60
REFERENCES
1. S.P. Timoshenko and J.N. Goodier, Theory of Elasticity, McGraw-Hill, 1985.
2. E. Sechler, “Elasticity in Engineering” John Wiley & Sons Inc., New York, 1980.
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PAE1614 Advanced Heat transfer LT P C
3 1 0 4
Goal To introduce the concepts of heat transfer to enable the students to

design components subjected to thermal loading.
OBJECTIVES OUTCOMES
To enable advanced heat conduction Be able to understand the conduction, convention systems
analysis Problem solving using numerical solutions
To enable the convective heat transfer Be able to understand heat transfer involving laminar and
analysis turbulent flows and high speed flows
To enable the radiative heat transfer Be able to understand different radiation types,factors and
shields
To enrich the knowledge on Be able to understand heat exchanger classification and
Heat exchangers its analysis
To give knowledge on application in Have an understanding of gas turbine combustion
aerospace engineering chamber and rocket thrust chamber, ablation cooling process.
UNIT I ADVANCED HEAT CONDUCTION ANALYSIS 12

Conduction – Convection systems – Mathematical analysis of two-dimensional heat conduction
– graphical and numerical analysis – Numerical solutions to problems heat conduction problems.
UNIT II CONVECTIVE HEAT TRANSFER ANALYSIS 15

Heat transfer involving laminar and turbulent flows over a flat plate and through a tube - Heat
transfer in high speed flows – closed form and numerical solutions.
UNIT III RADIATIVE HEAT TRANSFER 11
Physical mechanism of radiation – radiation shape factors – relations between shape factors –
heat exchange between non-black bodies – radiation shields – solar radiation – radiation heat
transfer coefficient.
UNIT IV HEAT EXCHANGERS 12
Classification – Temperature Distribution – Overall heat transfer coefficient, Heat Exchange

Analysis – LMTD Method and E-NTU Method.
UNIT V APPLICATIONS IN AEROSPACE ENGINEERING 10

Heat transfer in gas turbine combustion chambers and rocket thrust chambers – Heat transfer in
ablation cooling process.
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TOTAL: 60
REFERENCES
1. John H. Lienhard, “A Heat Transfer Text Book”, Prentice Hall Inc., 1981.
2. J.P. Holman, “Heat Transfer”, McGraw-Hill Book Co., Inc., New York, 6th Edition,
1991.
3. S.C. Sachdeva, “Fundamentals of Engineering Heat & Mass Transfer”, Wiley Eastern
Ltd., New Delhi, 1981.
4. G.P. Sutton, “Rocket Propulsion Elements”, John Wiley & Sons, 5th Edition, 1986.
5. M.Mathur and R.P. Sharma, “Gas turbine and Jet and Rocket Propulsion”, Standard
Publishers, New Delhi, 1988.
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PAE1615 Aircraft Design LT P C
3 1 0 4
Goal To introduce and develop the basic concept of aircraft design
OBJECTIVES OUTCOMES
To review the developments in aviation Be able to understand the different functions of aircraft
and its classification
To enable the power plant type and Be able understand types of power plant and locations.
characteristics Propeller characteristics
To enable exposure to preliminary Be able to understand aerodynamic parameters and flight
design envelope and stability
To enrich the knowledge on Be able to understand layouts of subsonic /supersonic
Special problems aircraft, wing and under carriage loads
To give knowledge on structural design Be able to understand to analysis, testing and fabrication
of aircraft with material selection
UNIT I REVIEW OF DEVELOPMENTS IN AVIATION 12

Categories and types of aircraft specifications – various configurations – Layouts and their
relative merits – strength, stiffness, fail safe and fatigue requirements – Manoeuvering load
factors – Gust and manoeuverability envelopes – Balancing and maneuvering loads on tail
planes.
UNIT II POWER PLANT TYPES AND CHARACTERISTICS 12
Characteristics of different types of power plants – Propeller characteristics and selection –
Relative merits of location of power plant.
UNIT III PRELIMINARY DESIGN 12
Selection of geometric and aerodynamic parameters – Weight estimation and balance diagram –
Drag estimation of complete aircraft – Level flight, climb, take – off and landing calculations –
range and endurance – static and dynamic stability estimates – control requirements.
UNIT IV SPECIAL PROBLEMS 12

Layout peculiarities of subsonic and supersonic aircraft – optimisation – of wing loading to
achieve desired performance – loads on undercarriages and design requirements.
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UNIT V STRUCTURAL DESIGN 12
Estimation of loads on complete aircraft and components – Structural design of fuselage, wings
and undercarriages, controls, connections and joints. Materials for modern aircraft – Methods of
analysis, testing and fabrication.
TOTAL: 60
REFERENCES
1. G. Corning, “Supersonic & Subsonic Airplane Design”, II Edition, Edwards Brothers
Inc., Michigan, 1953.
2. E.F. Bruhn, “Analysis and Design of Flight Vehicle Structures”, Tristate Offset Co.,
U.S.A., 1980.
3. A.A. Lebedenski, “Notes on airplane design”, Part-I, I.I.Sc., Bangalore, 1971.
4. E. Torenbeek, “Synthesis of Subsonic Airplane Design”, Delft University Press, London,
1976.
5. D.P. Raymer, “Aircraft conceptual design”, AIAA Series, 1988.
6. H.N.Kota, “ Integrated design approach to Design fly by wire” Lecture notes Interline
Pub. Bangalore, 1992.
7. S.C. Keshu & K.K. Ganapathi “Aircraft Production Techniques and Management”, 1995.
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SEMESTER III (ELECTIVES)
PAE1616 Computational Fluid LT P C

Dynamics 3 1 0 4
Goal To study the flow of fluids using computational methods
OBJECTIVES OUTCOMES
To enable numerical solutions to fluid Be able to understand the stability analysis of linear
dynamical problems system, boundary layer equations
To enable the transonic relaxation Be able understand the small flow.TSP equations and line
techniques relaxation techniques
To enable knowledge on Time Be able to understand flow over airfoils and problem
dependent methods solving
To enrich the knowledge on Application of panel method to incompressible,
Panel method compressible, subsonic and supersonic flows.
To give knowledge on special problems Be able to understand grid generation techniques
UNIT I NUMERICAL SOLUTIONS OF SOME FLUID DYNAMICAL

PROBLEMS 12
Coordinate system, Body fitted coordinate systems, Stability analysis of linear system. Finding
solution of a simple gas dynamic problem, Local similar solutions of boundary layer equations,
Numerical integration and shooting technique.
UNIT II TRANSONIC RELAXATION TECHNIQUES 14
Small perturbation flows, Transonic small perturbation (TSP) equations, Central and backward
difference schemes, conservation equations and shock point operator, Line relaxation techniques,
Acceleration of convergence rate, Jameson’s rotated difference scheme stretching of coordinates,
shock fitting techniques Flow in body fitted coordinate system.
UNIT III TIME DEPENDENT METHODS 12
Stability of solution, Explicit methods, Time split methods, Approximate factorization scheme,
Unsteady transonic flow around airfoils. Some time dependent solutions of gas dynamic
problems.
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UNIT IV PANEL METHOD 12
Elements of two and three dimensional panels, panel singularities. Application of panel method
to incompressible, compressible, subsonic and supersonic flows.
UNIT V SPECIAL PROBLEMS 10

Grid generation techniques
TOTAL: 60
REFERENCES
1. T.K.Bose, “Computation Fluid Dynamics” Wiley Eastern Ltd., 1988.
2. H.J. Wirz and J.J. Smeldern “Numerical methods in fluid dynamics”, McGraw-Hill &
Co., 1978.
3. C.Y.Chow, “Introduction to computational fluid dynamics”, John Wiley, 1979.
4. A.A. Hirsch, ‘Introduction to computational fluid dynamics”, McGraw-Hill, 1989
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PAE1617 Cryogenics LT P C
3 1 0 4
Goal To study the engineering concept of cryogenic and its

application in various field
OBJECTIVES OUTCOMES
To enable fundamentals of cryogenics Be able to understand cryogenic liquids as propellants
and handling problems
To enable efficiency of cryogenic Be able to understand losses and efficiency of cycles and
system thermodynamic efficiency
To enable knowledge on
Thermodynamic cycles for cryogenic Be able to understand classification of cryogenic cycles
plants and thermo dynamic analysis
To enrich the knowledge on Be able to understand different problems of propellants
Problems on cryo propellants like storage, handling and leakage
To give knowledge on cryogenic rocket Be able to understand the system design system and its
engines Performance
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UNIT I FUNDAMENTALS OF CRYOGENICS 12
Theory behind the production of low temperature – expansion engine – heat exchangers –
Cascade process - Joule Thomson and Magnetic effects – cryogenic liquids as cryogenic
propellants for cryogenic rocket engines – properties of various cryogenic propellants – handling
problems associated with cryogenic propellants.
UNIT II CRYOGENIC SYSTEMS EFFICIENCY 12
Types of losses and efficiency of cycles – amount of cooling – the features liquefied – cooling
coefficient of performance – Thermodynamic efficiency – The energy balancing method.
UNIT III THERMODYNAMIC CYCLES FOR CRYOGENIC PLANTS 12
Classification of cryogenic cycles – The Structure of cycles – Throttle expansion cycles –
Expander cycles – Mixed throttle expansion and expander cycles – Thermodynamic analysis –
Numerical problems.
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UNIT IV PECULIAR PROBLEMS ASSOCIATED WITH CRYOPROPELLANTS
12
Storage problems of cryogenic propellants – cryogenic loading Aerospace Materials – zero

gravity problems associated with cryopropellants – phenomenon of tank collapse – geysering
effect.
UNIT V CRYOGENIC ROCKET ENGINES 12

Peculiar design difficulties associated with the design of feed system, injector and thrust chamber
of cryogenic rocket engines – Relative performance of cryogenic when compared to non-cryo
engines.
TOTAL: 60
REFERENCES
1. Sutton, G.P. “Rocket Propulsion Elements”, John Wiley, 1993.
2. Hazel D.K. & Hungdh, “Design of Liquid Propellant Rocket Engines”, N.A.S.A. Special
Publications – 125, 1971.
3. Haseldom, G., Cryogenic Fundamentals, Academic Press, 1971.
4. Barron, R.F., Cryogenic Systems, Oxford University, 1985.
5. Parner, S.F., Propellant Chemistry Reinfold Publishing Corporation, New York, 1985.
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PAE1618 Fatigue and Fracture LT P C
Mechanics 3 1 0 4
Goal To study the concepts of estimation of the endurance and failure

mechanism of components
OBJECTIVES OUTCOMES
To enable fatigue of structures Be able to understand S-N curves, notches, stress
concentration and factors
To enable statistical aspects of fatigue Be able to understand fatigue cycles, cumulative damage
behaviour and Miner’s theory
To enable knowledge on physical Be able to understand crack initiation, growth, fracture
aspects of fatigue
To enable knowledge on fracture Be able to understand the stress & strength of cracked bodies,
mechanics Different theories on fracture mechanics
To enrich the knowledge on fatigue Be able to understand safe life & fail safe design
design and testing applicable aerospace structure.
UNIT I FATIGUE OF STRUCTURES 12

S.N. curves – Endurance limit – Effect of mean stress – Goodman, Gerber and Soderberg
relations and diagrams – Notches and stress concentrations – Neuber’s stress concentration
factors – plastic stress concentration factors – Notched S-N curves.
UNIT II STATISTICAL ASPECTS OF FATIGUE BEHAVIOUR 11

Low cycle and high cycle fatigue – Coffin-Manson’s relation – Transition life – Cyclic Strain
hardening and softening – Analysis of load histories – Cycle counting techniques – Cumulative
damage – Miner’s theory – other theories.
UNIT III PHYSICAL ASPECTS OF FATIGUE 10

Phase in fatigue life – Crack initiation – Crack growth – Final fracture – Dislocations – Fatigue
fracture surfaces.
UNIT IV FRACTURE MECHANICS 15

Strength of cracked bodies – potential energy and surface energy – Griffith’s theory – Irwin –
Orwin extension of Griffith’s theory to ductile materials – Stress analysis of cracked bodies –
Effect of thickness on fracture toughness – Stress intensity factors for typical geometries.
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UNIT V FATIGUE DESIGN AND TESTING 12
Safe life and fail safe design philosophies – Importance of Fracture Mechanics in aerospace
structure – Application to composite materials and structures.
TOTAL: 60
REFERENCES
1. W.Barrois and L.Ripley, “Fatigue of Aircraft Structures”, Pergamon Press, Oxford, 1983.
2. D.Brock, “Elementary Engineering Fracture Mechanics”, Noordhoff International
Publishing Co., London, 1994.
3. C.G.Sih, “Mechanics of Fracture”, Vol.1 Sijthoff and Noordhoff International Publishing
Co., Netherland, 1989.
4. J.F.Knott, “Fundamentals of Fracture Mechanics”, Butterworth & Co., (Publishers) Ltd.,
London, 1983.
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PAE1619 High temperature problems in LT P C
Structures 3 1 0 4
Goal To learn damage mechanism and failure of components of elevated

temperatures
OBJECTIVES OUTCOMES
To enable aerodynamic heating and Be able to understand different in heating terminology,
temperature equations Fourier’s equation and methods, solutions pertaining to
one dimensional
To enable thermal stress analysis Be able to understand thermal stress and strains, two
To enable thermal stress in dimensional problems and solutions
beams, trusses and thin cylinders Be able to understand stresses in axially loaded members,
beams with different cross-sections, temperature effect
To enable thermal stresses in plates Be able to understand thermal stresses in membrane,
circular, rectangular plates and variation of temperature
To enable special topics and materials Be able to understand thermal buckling and high
temperature effects on materials
UNIT I TEMPERATURE EQUATIONS & AERODYNAMIC HEATING 12

For condition, radiation and convection – Fourier’s equation – Boundary and initial conditions –
One-dimensional problem formulations – Methods and Solutions. Heat balance equation for
idealised structures – Adibatic temperature – Variations – Evaluation of transient temperature.
UNIT II THERMAL STRESS ANALYSIS 12

Thermal stresses and strains – Equations of equilibrium – Boundary conditions – Thermo
elasticity – Two dimensional problems and solutions – Airy stress function and applications.
UNIT III THERMAL STRESS IN BEAMS, TRUSSES AND THIN CYLINDERS 12
Thermal stresses in axially loaded members, beams with varying cross sections. Effect of
temperature in thin cylinders.
UNIT IV THERMAL STRESSES IN PLATES 12

Membrane thermal stresses – Circular plates – Rectangular plates – Bending thermal stresses –
Thick plates with temperature varying along thickness – Thermal vibration of plates.
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UNIT V SPECIAL TOPICS & MATERIALS 12
Thermal bucking, Fatigue and shock applications – High temperature effects on material
properties.
TOTAL: 60
REFERENCES
1. A.B. Bruno and H.W. Jerome, “Theory of Thermal Stresses”, John Wiley & Sons
Inc., New York, 1980.
2. D.J. Johns, “Thermal Stress Analysis”, Pergamon Press, Oxford, 1985.
3. N.J. Hoff, “High Temperature effects in Aircraft Structures”, John Wiley & Sons Inc.,
London, 1986.
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PAE1620 Theory of plates & shells LT P C
3 1 0 4
Goal To study the behavior of the plates and shells with different
geometry under various types of loads.
OBJECTIVES OUTCOMES
To enable plate and shell structures Be able to understand related to aerospace structures
To enable small deflection theory of Be able to understand bending of thin plates-isotropic and

plates orthotropic flat plates of different edge conditions
To enable knowledge on shear Be able to understand assumptions, shear deformation,

deformation and large deflection theory analysis of flat plates and applications
of plates
To enrich the knowledge on Be able to understand instability of plates with different

Stability of structures plates edge conditions and applications.
To give knowledge on shells To able to understand basic concepts, theory of

membrane, cylindrical, circular, spherical and conical
shells
Plate and shell structures in aerospace vehicles.
UNIT II SMALL DEFLECTION THEORY OF PLATES 15

Bending of thin plates-isotropic and orthotropic flat plates of different geometry – rectangular,
square and skew plates-circular plates-different edge conditions-biharmonic equation for plate
deflections.
UNIT III SHEAR DEFORMATION AND LARGE DEFLECTION THEORY OF

PLATES 10
Assumptions-shear deformation – Analysis of flat plates and applications.
UNIT IV STABILITY OF PLATES 10

Instability of Plates-different edge conditions – Applications.
UNIT V SHELLS 20
Basic concepts – Deformation – Membrane theory of shells applied to shells of form of surface
of revolution. General theory of cylindrical shells – Circular cylindrical shells – spherical shells
and conical shells.
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TOTAL: 60
REFERENCES
1. W.Flugge, “Stresses in Shells”, II Edition Springer Verlag Co., New York, 1983.
2. A.L.Goldenvizier, “Theory of Elastic Thin Shells”, Pergamon Press, New York, 1981.
3. H.Kraus, Thin Elastic Shells”, John Wiley & Sons, Inc., New York, 1987.
4. S.P. Timoshenko and S.W.Krieger, “Theory of Plates and Shells”, II Edition McGraw-
Hill, Kogakusha Ltd., Tokyo, 1989.
5. L.R. Calcote, “Analysis of Laminates Structures”, Van Nostrand Reinhold, 1989.
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PAE1621 Industrial Aerodynamics LT P C
3 1 0 4
Goal To understand the behaviour of airflow in vehicle, Buildings

and the flow induced vibrations.
OBJECTIVES OUTCOMES
To enabling concept of atmosphere Be able to understand the types of winds, its variation,
atmospheric boundary layer, effect terrain w.r.t gradient
and flows
To enable the wind energy calculation Have a fundamental knowledge on different types wind
machines and Betz coefficient momentum theory
To enable knowledge on vehicle Understand the Power requirements and drag coefficients of
aerodynamics automobiles, Effects of cut back angle, Aerodynamics of trains
and Hovercraft
To enrich the knowledge on building Have an understanding of pressure distribution, forces of
aerodynamics Building and special problems of tall buildings. .
To give knowledge on flow inducted Be able to understand effects of Reynolds number, wake
vibrations formation of bluff shapes, vortex induced vibrations,
galloping and stall flutter
UNIT I ATMOSPHERE 12
Types of winds, Causes of variation of winds, Atmospheric boundary layer, Effect of terrain on
gradient height, Structure of turbulent flows.
UNIT II WIND ENERGY COLLECTORS 12

Horizontal axis and vertical axis machines, Power coefficient, Betz coefficient by momentum
theory.
UNIT III VEHICLE AERODYNAMICS 12

Power requirements and drag coefficients of automobiles, Effects of cut back angle,
Aerodynamics of trains and Hovercraft.
UNIT IV BUILDING AERODYNAMICS 12

Pressure distribution on low rise buildings, wind forces on buildings. Environmental winds in
city blocks, Special problems of tall buildings, Building codes, Building ventilation and
architectural aerodynamics.
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UNIT V FLOW INDUCED VIBRATIONS 12
Effects of Reynolds number on wake formation of bluff shapes, Vortex induced vibrations,
Galloping and stall flutter. TOTAL: 60
REFERENCES
1. M.Sovran (Ed), “Aerodynamics drag mechanisms of bluff bodies and road vehicles”,
Plenum press, New York, 1978.
2. P. Sachs, “Winds forces in engineering”, Pergamon Press, 1978.
3. R.D. Blevins, “Flow induced vibrations”, Van Nostrand, 1990.
4. N.G. Calvent, “Wind Power Principles”, Charles Griffin & Co., London, 1979.
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PAE1622 Helicopter Aerodynamics LT P C
3 1 0 4
Goal To understand the behavior of helicopter , elements of

helicopter , power estimation and ground effect machines
OBJECTIVES OUTCOMES
To enable lift, propulsion and control of Be able to understand the various configuration
V/ STOL aircraft propulsive devices and its performances at different flight
conditions
To enable helicopter aerodynamics Have a fundamental knowledge types of helicopter and

its control system
To enable knowledge on ideal rotor Understand the momentum theory, power estimation and
theory constant chord and ideal twist rotors
To enrich the knowledge on power Be able to understand power requirements, performance

estimates Curves, variation altitude in forward flight and helicopter
stability
To give knowledge on ground effect Be able to understand Hovercraft types, lift augmentation
machines and power calculations of plenum chambers, applications
UNIT I LIFT, PROPULSION AND CONTROL OF V/STOL AIRCRAFT 12

Various configurations – propeller, rotor, ducted fan and jet lift-Tilt wing and vectored thrust –
performance of VTOL and STOL aircraft in hover, transition and forward motion.
UNIT II ELEMENTS OF HELICOPTER AERODYNAMICS 12

Configurations based on torque reaction – Jet rotors and compound helicopters – Methods of
control – collective and cyclic pitches changes – Lead – lag and flapping hinges.
UNIT III IDEAL ROTOR THEORY 12
Hovering performance – Momentum and simple blade element theories – Figure of merit –
Profile and induced power estimation – Constant chord and ideal twist rotors.
UNIT IV POWER ESTIMATES 12

Induced, profile and parasite power requirements in forward flight – performance curves with
effects of altitude – Preliminary ideas on helicopter stability.
UNIT V GROUND EFFECT MACHINES 12

Types – Hover height, lift augmentation and power calculations for plenum chamber and
peripheral jet machines – Drag of hovercraft on land and water. Applications of hovercraft.
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TOTAL: 60
REFERENCES
1. B.W. McCormic, “Aerodynamics of V/STOL Flight”, Academic Press, New York, 1978.
2. A. Gessow and G.C.Meyers, “Aerodynamics of the Helicopter”, Macmillan and Co.,
New York, 1982.
3. G.H. Elsley and A.J. Devereux, “Hovercraft Design and Construction, David Charies,
London, 1982.
4. Anderson J.D. “Aerodynamics”, John Wiley, 1995.
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PAE1623 Aero elasticity LT P C
3 1 0 4
Goal To study the dynamic behaviour of different aircraft

components and the interaction among elastic and inertia
forces
OBJECTIVES OUTCOMES
To enable aero elastic phenomena Be able to understand stability, Collor’s triangle and
prevention aero elastic instabilities
To enable divergence of a lifting Be able to understand idealisations, strip theory,

surface approximations and exact solutions
To enable knowledge on steady state Be able to understand loss and reversal of aileron control,
aero elastic problems Critical aileron reversal speed, Aileron efficiency , Lift
distribution ,Rigid and elastic wings
To enrich the knowledge on flutter Be able to understand flutter analysis, estimation of
phenomenon critical flutter speed
To give knowledge on aero elastic Be able to understand Galloping of transmission lines and
problems in Mechanical and civil flow induced vibrations of tall slender structures and
engineering suspension bridges
UNIT I AEROELASTIC PHENOMENA 10

Stability versus response problems – The aero-elastic triangle of forces – Aero elasticity in
Aircraft Design – Prevention of aero elastic instabilities.
UNIT II DIVERGENCE OF A LIFTING SURFACE 14

Simple two dimensional idealisations-Strip theory – Freedom integral equation of the second
kind – Exact solutions for simple rectangular wings – ‘Semirigid’ assumption and approximate
solutions – Generalised coordinates – Successive approximations – Numerical approximations
using matrix equations.
UNIT III STEADY STATE AEROLASTIC PROBLEMS 12

Loss and reversal of aileron control – Critical aileron reversal speed – Aileron efficiency –
Semirigid theory and successive approximations – Lift distribution – Rigid and elastic wings.
UNIT IV FLUTTER PHENOMENON 14

Non-dimensional parameters – Stiffness criteria – Dynamic mass balancing – Model experiments
– Dimensional similarity – Flutter analysis – Two dimensional thin airfoils in steady
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incompressible flow – Quasisteady aerodynamic derivatives – Galerkin method for critical speed
– Stability of disturbed motion – Torsion flexure flutter – Solution of the flutter determinant –
Methods of determining the critical flutter speeds – Flutter prevention and control.
UNIT V EXAMPLES OF AEROELASTIC PROBLEMS IN CIVIL AND

MECHANICAL ENGINEERING 10
Galloping of transmission lines and flow induced vibrations of tall slender structures and
suspension bridges.
TOTAL: 60
REFERENCES
1. R.L. Bisplinghoff, H.Ashley, and R.L. Halfmann, “Aeroelasticity”, II Edition Addison
Wesley Publishing Co., Inc., 1987.
2. E.G. Broadbent, “Elementary Theory of Aeroelasticity”, Bun Hill Publications Ltd.,
1986.
3. Y.C. Fung, “An Introduction to the Theory of Aeroelasticity”, John Wiley & Sons Inc.,
New York, 1985.
4. R.H. Scanlan and R.Rosenbaum, “Introduction to the study of Aircraft Vibration and
Flutter”, Macmillan Co., New York, 1981.
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PAE1624 Hypersonic Aerodynamics LT P C
3 1 0 4
Goal To understand the behaviour of airflow in hypersonic air

speeds
OBJECTIVES OUTCOMES
To enable basics in hypersonic Be able to understand the shock layers, entropy layers,
aerodynamics low & high density flows. Hypersonic flight paths, shock
wave and expansion wave relations of in viscid
hypersonic flows
To enable the numerical methods for Be able to understand local surface inclination, modified
hypersonic aerodynamics Newtonian Law, Newtonian theory, tangent wedge or tangent
cone and shock expansion methods
To enable knowledge on hypersonic in Be able to understand approximate methods related to
viscid flows hypersonic small disturbance equation, thin shock layer
theory and exact method of characteristics of shock wave
shapes and correlations
To enrich the knowledge on viscous Be able to understand Navier–Stokes equations, boundary
hypersonic flow theory layer equations for hypersonic flow, similar & non similar
hypersonic boundary layers, hypersonic aerodynamic heating
To give knowledge on viscous Be able to understand Strong and weak viscous interactions,
interactions in hypersonic flows hypersonic shockwaves and boundary layer interactions –
Role of similarity parameter for laminar viscous interactions
in hypersonic viscous flow
UNIT I BASICS OF HYPERSONIC AERODYNAMICS 12

Thin shock layers – entropy layers – low density and high density flows – hypersonic flight paths
hypersonic flight similarity parameters – shock wave and expansion wave relations of in viscid
hypersonic flows.
UNIT II NUMERICAL METHODS FOR HYPERSONIC AERODYNAMICS 10

Local surface inclination methods – modified Newtonian Law – Newtonian theory – tangent
wedge or tangent cone and shock expansion methods
UNIT III HYPERSONIC INVISCID FLOWS 15

Approximate methods hypersonic small disturbance equation and theory – thin shock layer
theory: exact methods of characteristics hypersonic shock wave shapes and correlations.
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UNIT IV VISCOUS HYPERSONIC FLOW THEORY 15
Navier–Stokes equations – boundary layer equations for hypersonic flow – hypersonic boundary
layer – hypersonic boundary layer theory and non similar hypersonic boundary layers –
hypersonic aerodynamic heating and entropy layers effects on aerodynamic heating.
UNIT V VISCOUS INTERACTIONS IN HYPERSONIC FLOWS 8

Strong and weak viscous interactions – hypersonic shockwaves and boundary layer interactions –
Role of similarity parameter for laminar viscous interactions in hypersonic viscous flow.
TOTAL: 60
REFERENCES
1. John D. Anderson “Hypersonic and High Temperature Gas Dynamics”, Jr, McGraw-Hill
Series, New York, 1996.
2. John.D.Anderson “Modern Compressible Flow with Historical perpectant”, Jr.
Hypersonic Series.
3. William H. Heiser and David T. Praff “Hypersonic Air breathing propulsion”, AIAA
Education Series.
4. John T. Bertin “Hypersonic Aerothermodynamics”, 1994 published by AIAA Inc.,
Washington D.C.
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5 PAE1608 Rocketry and Space Mech. 3 1 0 4 4

6 PAE1609 Theory of Vibrations 3 1 0 4 4

7 PAE1625 Aircraft Structures Lab 0 0 3 1 3

4 PAE1626 Aircraft Systems Lab 0 0 3 1 3

5 PAE1610 Project Work-Phase I 0 0 12 6 12

Sl. Course TCH

Total No. of Credit = 80

2 PAE1613 Theory of Elasticity 3 1 0 4 4

3 PAE1614 Advanced Heat Transfer 3 1 0 4 4

4 PAE1615 Aircraft Design 3 1 0 4 4

6 PAE1621 Industrial Aerodynamics 3 1 0 4 4

7 PAE1622 Helicopter Aerodynamics 3 1 0 4 4

8 PAE1623 Aero Elasticity 3 1 0 4 4

9 PAE1624 Hypersonic Aerodynamics 3 1 0 4 4

Goal To impart fundamental knowledge in various fields of

To enrich the knowledge of conformal Have an understanding of transformation and application

UNIT I CALCULUS OF VARIATIONS 12

UNIT II TRANSFORM METHODS 12

UNIT IV NUMERICAL SOLUTION OF PARTIAL DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS

UNIT V CONFORMAL MAPPING AND APPLICATIONS 12

Goal To understand the behavior of airflow over bodies with

UNIT I REVIEW OF BASIC FLUID MECHANICS 10

UNIT III WING THEORY 12

UNIT IV ELEMENTS OF COMPRESSIBLE FLOWS 14

Lab : 1. Supersonic flow visualization with schlieren systems.

Goal To understand the principles of operation and design of

To give knowledge on ramjet and Have an understanding various types of supersonic

UNIT I ELEMENTS OF AIRCRAFT PROPULSION 12

Goal To understand different types of beams and columns

To give knowledge on shells Have an understanding of idealisation of stiffened panels.

UNIT I UNSYMMETRICAL BENDING 12

Stresses in beams of unsymmetrical sections, box beams.

UNIT II AIRCRAFT STRUCTURE MONOCOQUE AND SEMI MONOCOQUE

UNIT III ANALYSIS OF STIFFENED STRUCTURES 12

Goal To understand the behavior of airflow both internal and

To give knowledge on stability & Have an understanding of static, dynamic, lateral

UNIT I INTRODUCTION TO PRINCIPLES OF FLIGHT 10

UNIT II DRAG OF BODIES 10

UNIT IV NORMAL, OBLIQUE SHOCKS AND EXPANSION WAVES 14

UNIT V AIRCRAFT STABILITY AND CONTROL 12

Goal To understand the fabrication, analysis and design of

UNIT I CLASSIFICATION AND CHARACTERISTIC OF COMPOSITE