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Lecturer(s)
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Oplt Václav, doc. doktor technických věd
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Course content
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1 Introduction to external aerodynamics and its applications 2 Topology and dynamics of the boundary layer 3 Aerodynamic properties of load-bearing structures 4 Effect of wing shape on its aerodynamic performance. 5 Measurement and evaluation of aerodynamic forces 6 Key factors affecting aerodynamic efficiency 7 Behavior of aerodynamic systems under extreme conditions 8 Generation and propagation of aerodynamic noise 9 Classification and operational characteristics of selected mechanical engineering systems 10 Numerical simulations and their applications in aerodynamics, Innovations and future trends in aerodynamics
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Learning activities and teaching methods
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Lecture, Practicum
- Contact hours
- 52 hours per semester
- Preparation for an examination (30-60)
- 30 hours per semester
- Preparation for comprehensive test (10-40)
- 22 hours per semester
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| prerequisite |
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| Knowledge |
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| Basic terminology of physical quantities and units |
| Intermediate theoretical knowledge of physics and mathematics |
| Basic knowledge of heat transfer, mass transfer, and fluid mechanics. |
| Skills |
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| To use scientific literature effectively |
| To apply mathematical methods to solve basic physical and technical task. |
| Competences |
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| N/A |
| learning outcomes |
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| Knowledge |
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| Knowledge of fundamental principles of aerodynamics and how flow behaves around different bodies. |
| Understanding the mechanisms behind boundary layer formation and its dynamics. |
| Proficiency in measuring and evaluating aerodynamic forces. |
| Awareness of the critical factors that influence aerodynamic efficiency. |
| Understanding the classification of wind turbines based on the principles that govern the transformation of wind kinetic energy. |
| Skills |
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| Ability to analyze and assess the aerodynamic efficiency of various construction solutions. |
| Competences |
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| N/A |
| teaching methods |
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| Knowledge |
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| Lecture |
| Lecture with a video analysis |
| Lecture supplemented with a discussion |
| Practicum |
| Laboratory work |
| Multimedia supported teaching |
| Textual studies |
| Discussion |
| Skills |
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| Lecture |
| Lecture with a video analysis |
| Lecture supplemented with a discussion |
| Practicum |
| Laboratory work |
| Multimedia supported teaching |
| Textual studies |
| Discussion |
| Competences |
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| Lecture |
| Lecture with a video analysis |
| Lecture supplemented with a discussion |
| Practicum |
| Laboratory work |
| Multimedia supported teaching |
| Textual studies |
| Discussion |
| assessment methods |
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| Knowledge |
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| Written exam |
| Test |
| Skills |
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| Written exam |
| Test |
| Competences |
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| Written exam |
| Test |
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Recommended literature
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Collicott, S. H., Valentine, D. T., Houghton, E. L., & Carpenter, P. W. Aerodynamics for Engineering Students. Butterworth-Heinemann, 2024.
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Jameson, A. Computational Aerodynamics. Cambridge University Press, 2020.
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Liu, Luo-Qin. Unified Theoretical Foundations of Lift and Drag in Viscous and Compressible External Flows. Springer Verlag, Singapore, 2019.
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Ritschel, Uwe, and Michael Beyer. Designing Wind Turbines: Engineering and Manufacturing Process in the Industrial Context. Springer, 2022.
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