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The document outlines the course AERO 4970/7970, Special Topics: Rocket Propulsion I, taught by Dr. Joseph C. Majdalani, focusing on the analysis of propulsion systems using chemical rocket engines. It includes information on grading, course objectives, and a detailed lecture schedule covering topics such as nozzle theory, flight performance, and combustion properties. The course aims to fulfill mechanical engineering program objectives and ABET criteria related to engineering problem-solving and lifelong learning.

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PropulsionI-Syllabus

The document outlines the course AERO 4970/7970, Special Topics: Rocket Propulsion I, taught by Dr. Joseph C. Majdalani, focusing on the analysis of propulsion systems using chemical rocket engines. It includes information on grading, course objectives, and a detailed lecture schedule covering topics such as nozzle theory, flight performance, and combustion properties. The course aims to fulfill mechanical engineering program objectives and ABET criteria related to engineering problem-solving and lifelong learning.

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Special Topics: Rocket Propulsion I

AERO 4970/7970 Course Outline Semester 2014

Lecturer: Joseph C. (Joe) Majdalani, Ph.D. Lecture Times: TBD


Lecture Location: TBD Office Hours: TBD

Contacts: (1) email: [email protected]; (2) office: 334-844-6800 Grader: TBD


Homepage: http://majdalani.eng.auburn.edu/teaching.html Textbook: Notes

Textbook: Sutton, George P. and Biblarz, Oscar, Rocket Propulsion Elements, 7th or 8th ed.,
Wiley, New York, 2001. ISBN 0471326429.

References:
1. Zucrow, M. J., Aircraft and Missile Propulsion, Wiley, New York, 1958.
2. Bowman, N. J., The Handbook of Rockets and Guided Missiles, 1st ed., Perastadion Press,
Chicago, 1957.
3. Breuer, W. B., Race to the Moon : America's Duel with the Soviets, Praeger, Westport,
Conneticut, 1993.
4. Feodosiev, V. I., and Siniarev, G. I. B., Introduction to Rocket Technology, Academic Press,
New York, 1959.
5. Frank, R. G., and Zimmerman, W. F., Materials for Rockets and Missiles, MacMillan, New
York, 1959.
6. Kit, B., and Evered, D. S., Rocket Propellant Handbook, MacMillan, New York, 1960.
7. Kolk, W. R., Modern Flight Dynamics, Prentice-Hall Space Technology Series., Prentice-
Hall, Englewood Cliffs, N.J., 1961.
8. Ley, W., Rockets, Missiles, and Space Travel, Viking Press, New York, 1958.
9. Neufeld, M. J., The Rocket and the Reich : Peenemünde and the Coming of the Ballistic
Missile Era, Free Press, New York, 1995.
10. Nikolaev, B. A., Thermodynamic Assessment of Rocket Engines, Pergamon Press, Oxford,
New York, 1963.
11. Roy, G. D., Advances in Chemical Propulsion : Science to Technology, Environmental and
Energy Engineering Series, CRC Press, Boca Raton, FL, 2002.
12. Wilkins, R. L., Theoretical Evaluation of Chemical Propellants, Prentice-Hall International
Series in Space Technology, Prentice-Hall, Englewood Cliffs, N. J., 1963.
13. Williamson, M., Dictionary of Space Technology, A. Hilger, Bristol, England, 1990.
14. Wulforst, H., The Rocketmakers, 1st ed., Orion Books, New York, 1990.

Objectives: Analysis of propulsion systems using chemical rocket engines. Liquid and solid
chemical rocket engines, nozzle theory, component analysis, and flight performance.

Grading and Exams: Homework and Design Problems 30%


Two 1-hour examinations 30%
One 2-hour final examination 30%
Attendance and class demeanor 10%
Total 100%
A higher score on the final exam replaces one of the two 1-hour exams.

Contributions to the Professional Component:


Engineering Science: 85%. Engineering Design: 15%.

Relationship of Course to Mechanical Engineering Program Objectives:


This course aims at the partial fulfillment of the following Program Objectives:
1. Develop the creative and critical thinking skills essential in identifying, structuring, and
solving complex problems.
2. Firmly ground students in the fundamentals of mathematics, the basic sciences, and the
engineering sciences necessary to pursue a successful career in mechanical engineering.
3. Develop graduates who can communicate effectively in written and graphical forms.
4. Provide open-ended challenges for the design of mechanical and thermal systems.
5. Instill an attitude that learning is a lifelong process.

Relationship of Course to ABET Criteria:


a) Ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering.
e) Ability to identify, formulate and solve engineering problems.
i) Recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning.

Catalog Data: Rocket propulsion fundamentals; thermodynamics of non-reacting and


chemically reacting ideal gases, rocket nozzle design; ideal rocket performance parameters;
rocket heat transfer; chemistry of propellants; liquid rocket engine systems; ground testing;
introduction to solid propellant rockets.
AERO 4970/7970 Special Topics: Rocket Propulsion I (Tentative)
Lecture Date Topics Text
1 August 18 Introduction Week 1
2 23 Classification Week 2 1.1–1.3
3 25 Classification 1.1–1.3
4 August 30 Definitions & Fundamentals Week 3 2.1–2.5
5 September 1 Nozzle Theory 3.1–3.2
September 6 NO CLASS–Labor Day Holiday Week 4
6 8 Thrust Coefficient 3.4
7 13 Back Pressure Week 5 3.5
8 15 Variable Area Nozzles 3.6–3.9
9 20 Heat Transfer Week 6 4.1–4.3
10 22 Steady-state Heat Transfer 4.4–4.5
11 27 Flight Performance Week 7 5.1–5.3
12 29 Multiple-stage Vehicles 5.4
13 October 4 EXAM I Week 8 IN CLASS
6 NO CLASS–Fall Break
14 11 Propellant Performance Week 9 6.1–6.3
15 13 Chemical Reactions 6.4
16 18 Thermochemical Calculations Week 10 6.4
17 20 Liquid Propellant Rockets 7.1–7.3
18 25 Liquid Propellant Rockets Week 11 7.1–7.3
19 27 Auxiliary Systems 7.4–7.7
20 November 1 Combustion Properties Week 12 8.1–8.4
21 3 Combustion of Liquid Propellant 9.1–9.2
22 8 Combustion Instabilities Week 13 9.3
23 10 Liquid Rocket Systems 10.1–10.9
24 15 Liquid Rocket Systems Week 14 10.1–10.9
17 NO CLASS—Thanksgiving
25 22 EXAM II Week 15 IN CLASS
26 24 Solid Rocket Systems 11.1–11.2
27 29 Grain Configurations Week 16 11.3–11.4
December 1 NO CLASS–Study Period
28 6 FINAL EXAM (TBD) Week 17 IN CLASS

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