Overview

This unit aims to develop an understanding of the analytical methodologies used in strength and stiffness assessment of aircraft structures. The unit will develop an understanding of the translation of aerodynamics and ground loading on aircraft wings and fuselage to the overall airframe. An understanding of the concept of structural … For more content click the Read More button below.

Offerings

S2-01-CLAYTON-ON-CAMPUS

Contacts

Chief Examiner(s)

Dr Matthieu Gresil

Unit Coordinator(s)

Dr Matthieu Gresil

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, you should be able to:
1.

describe the relevance of strength and stiffness aspects of aircraft structures and components, including stressed skin construction

2.

select appropriate modelling tools and analytical methodologies to analyse structural aerospace problems

3.

apply principles of fracture mechanics to ensure the safety of aircraft structural components

4.

analyse crack growth in aircraft structural members

5.

apply modern fatigue crack growth theories to ensure the continued airworthiness of aircraft structural components

6.

formulate solutions to problems associated with the residual strength of cracked aircraft structural members.

Teaching approach

Case-based teaching
Active learning
Problem-based learning

Assessment summary

Continuous assessment: 40%
Final assessment: 60%

This unit contains a hurdle requirement that you must achieve to be able to pass the unit. You are required to achieve at least 45% in the total continuous assessment component and at least 45% in the final assessment component. The consequence of not achieving a hurdle requirement is a fail grade (NH) and a maximum mark of 45 for the unit.

Assessment

1 - Assignment
2 - Laboratory
3 - Quizzes
4 - Final assessment

Scheduled and non-scheduled teaching activities

Laboratories
Practical activities
Workshops

Workload requirements

Workload

Learning resources

Required resources

Availability in areas of study

E3001 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) - Specialisation: Aerospace engineering