ENG ME 409 - Flight Vehicle Design IPrereq

Institution:

Boston University

Subject:

Description:

ENG ME 307, ENG ME 311, and ENG ME 312; coreq: ENG ME 403 and ENG ME 423. Conceptual design of aerospace systems, including first-order design analysis and design layout. Synthesis of aerodynamics, propulsion, structures and loads, stability and control, and payload considerations for vehicle sizing and configuration layout. Use of trade studies to evaluate alternative designs for specific mission requirements. Introduction to satellite design, including propulsion, power, telecommunications, thermal control, astrodynamics, attitude control. Computer usage, and presentation and written reports. 4 cr.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.bu.edu

Phone Number:

(617) 353-2000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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