UNIT 1:
Overview of propulsion systems and thermodynamic principles
Thrust equations and factors affecting thrust.
Atomization and spray formation principles.
Efficiency factors in aircraft propulsion
Analysis of performance parameters of aircraft engines
UNIT 2:
Introduction to ram effects and nozzle efficiency
Analysis of shock swallowing by area variation
Explore subsonic inlet stall and diffuser performance.
Calculations on area ratios and thrust reversal scenarios
Supersonic inlet starting problems and solutions.
Real flow losses in nozzles.
UNIT 3:
Introduction to gas turbine working principles and cycle.
Simulations of turboprop, turbofan, and turbojet engines
Thrust augmentation methods.
Performance characteristics of turbine engines
Comparative study of turboprop vs. turbojet engines.
Efficiency and performance characteristics of gas turbines
UNIT 4:
History and basic configurations of rockets.
Visualizations of rocket heat transfer and cooling systems.
Analyze missile structures and classifications
Cooling system configurations in rocket engines.
Chemical rocket propulsion system types and applications.
MPD thrusters and their applications.
UNIT 5:
Introduction to static performance and acceleration
Electric propulsion and magnetic levitation systems.
Analyze nozzle and propellant types.
Performance characteristics of solid, liquid, and hybrid rockets
Visualization of secondary injection in supersonic cross flows.
Electric propulsion systems for space applications
