AAE 51200 - Computational Aerodynamics

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Purdue University-Main Campus

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Credit Hours: 3.00. Finite difference methods for solving fluid flow problems. Review of classification of partial differential equations, well-posed problems, and discrete approximation of partial differential equations. Matrix and von Neumann stability analysis. Consistency and convergence. Grid generation: elliptic, hyperbolic, and transfinite mesh generation methods. Methods for solving the unsteady Euler equations: finite-volume formulations, flux-split and flux-difference formulations, shock-capturing, formulation of boundary conditions, artificial viscosity models, and multi-grid acceleration. Typically offered Spring. 3.000 Credit Hours Levels: Graduate, Professional, Undergraduate Schedule Types: Lecture School of Aero and Astro Engr College Aeronautics & Astronautics Department Course Attributes: AE Aerodynamics, Upper Division

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.purdue.edu

Phone Number:

(765) 494-4600

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

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Semester

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