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Students in Aircraft and Systems Design 2 will continue the preliminary design that they began in the first semester of the class with a greater focus on detailed design and testing. The course is divided into four parts, similar to ASD1. The course first develops much more detailed estimates of the design lift, drag, and weight and balance distributions.  Second, a propulsion system design is undertaken and performance of the aircraft estimated.  Third, simulated flight testing is conducted to evaluate the aircraft’s dynamic stability characteristics. Finally, the methods of wind tunnel testing will be used to measure drag and compare with predictions.  Concurrently with these activities, students will be conducting an individual open-ended design project related to their aircraft design.

This course is a 6 UOC capstone course and relies on the entire scope of knowledge gained in the undergraduate Aeronautical engineering and BTech Aero programs, with a particular focus on the Fundamentals of Flight, Structures, Controls, and Aerodynamics courses.  The course places a heavy emphasis on group work, open-ended design, and oral communication skills.