1AEPC304 - Aerospace Propulsion

The course Aerospace Propulsion focuses on propulsion systems commonly used in aerospace vehicles today and in future. The course aims to introduce the principles of rocket propulsion, rocket engine types such as solid propellant rocket engine, liquid propellant rocket engine, and electric propulsion rocket engines.

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to

1. Explain and illustrate the working principle of various types of aerospace propulsion systems. (K2)

2. Explain the properties that affect the choice of liquid propellant and their performance. (K2)

3. Apply the principles of rocket propulsion to solve the numerical problems related to aerospace propulsion. (K3)

4. Analyze the flow through various rocket nozzle configurations and comment on the losses. (K4)

5. Carry out preliminary design calculations and determine the design parameters of a solid rocket motor. (K5)

6. Determine the flight characteristics of an electric propulsion rocket engine. (K5)

In-Semester Evaluation 1 :

(Continuous Assessment - Weightage 10 %)

• Activity 1: Tutorial Assignments

• Activity 2: Rocket Nozzle Design Assignment

• Activity 3: Project Work on Solid Rocket Motor

Mid Semester Evaluation - Pen Paper Test

(Weightage 30 %, Due Date 03 -10 October, 2022)

In-Semester Evaluation 2 :

(Continuous Assessment - Weightage 10 %)

• Activity 1: Tutorial Assignments

• Activity 2: Paired Presentation and Peer Assessment on Electric Propulsion and Its applications

• Activity 3: Model Making Assignment in Liquid Rocket Engine

End Semester Evaluation - Pen Paper Test

(Weightage 50 %, Due Date 12 -23 December, 2022)