CIE :50 marks
MSE-I (30 marks - 40% weightage )+
MSE-II (30 marks - 40% weightage )+
MSE-III 30 marks - 10% weightage ) +
LA1 (10) + LA2 (10)
SEE : 50 marks
Apply the fundamentals of thermodynamics to compressible flows
Understand the working principle of air breathing propulsion systems.
Use cycle analysis and assess performance of air breathing engines
Analyze the performance parameters of various rocket propulsion systems.
Understand the concepts of advanced propulsion systems.
Work and energy interactions, Representation of isothermal, isentropic, isobaric and isochoric processes on P-V and T-S diagrams, Classical thermodynamics, conservation equations for systems and control volumes, one-dimensional flow of a compressible perfect gas – isentropic and non-isentropic flows. Propulsion system performance, the gas generator Brayton cycle, zero-dimensional analysis of ideal ramjet, turbojet, and turbofan cycles, non-ideality, and isentropic efficiencies. Performance analysis of inlets and nozzles, gas turbine combustors, compressors, and turbines and discussion of factors limiting performance.
Introduction to various air breathing and non-air breathing engines. Principle of thrust generation, Brayton cycle, types of air-breathing propulsion systems, components of jet engine and their functions, diffuser design for subsonic and supersonic flights, preliminary aspects of axial flow compressor and turbines, types of combustors, convergent nozzle, CD Nozzle, flow through nozzles – optimal, under and over expanded nozzles.
Performance of Air breathing engines: Ideal cycle analysis, efficiencies of components and non-ideal cycle analysis, engine performance analysis – specific thrust, specific fuel consumption, propulsive, thermal and overall efficiencies. Efficiencies of air breathing and non-air breathing engines.
Classification based on energy system, nozzle and Thrust Equation; Specific Impulse, Thrust Coefficient, Characteristic Velocity and other Performance Parameters; liquid rocket engine, components and propellants, solid rocket propellants, performance parameters and motor design, hybrid rocket propulsion systems, selection of rocket propulsion systems, thrust vector control methods, rocket exhaust plumes, rocket testing.
Advanced Propulsion: Scramjet and pulse jet engines - principle of operation. Electric propulsion thrusters: classification, principle and application. nuclear propulsion system, concepts, design and application, Recent Micro Spacecraft Developments; Micro-propulsion Options; Primary Set of Micro-propulsion Requirements
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2. Gill,WP, Smith,HJ & Ziurys,JE, “Fundamentals of Internal Combustion Engines as applied to Reciprocating, Gas turbine & Jet Propulsion Power Plants”, Oxford & IBH Publishing Co., 1980.
3. Hill, PG. & Peterson, CR. “Mechanics & Thermodynamics of Propulsion” Pearson education, 2 nd edition, 2014.
1. Oates, GC,“Aerothermodynamics of Aircraft Engine Components”, AIAA Education Series, 2007.
2. Sutton,GP, “Rocket Propulsion Elements”, John Wiley & Sons Inc., New York, 9th Edition, 2017.
3. J Seddon & E L Goldsmith. “Intake Aerodynamics”, AIAA education series. 1999.
Mid Semester Examination I - Pen Paper Test ( 30 marks ) 25th to 27th March 2024 MSE I
Learning Assessment -I
Activity 1: Quiz (Due Date :30 March 2024)
Mid Semester Examination II - Pen Paper Test ( 30 marks ) 25th to 27th April 2024 MSE II
Learning Assessment -II
Activity 2: Rocket design and Report generation using Case study (report submission ) Rocket Nozzle Design Assignment (RPA) Due Date : 15th to 19 th April 2024
Activity 3: Peer Presentation & Assessment on Electric Propulsion and Its applications Due Date :06 th to 09th May 2024)
Mid Semester Examination - III - Pen Paper Test (13th to 15th May 2024 MSE III)
Semester End Examination - Pen Paper Test 31st May 2024 Commencement of SEE Theory
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Program Outcomes – Articulation matrix
PO 1 2 4 5 9 12 PSO2
CO1 3 1 2 1
CO2 2 2 2 1 1
CO3 1 1 1 2 1
CO4 2 2 1
CO5 1 2 1 2 2