AE 4760 - Space Propulsion Systems

Analysis of liquid and solid propellant rocket engines, propellant thermochemistry and storage, system considerations such as heat transfer and material properties, multi-stage rockets, and trajectories in powered flight. Introduction of electric propulsion and advanced propulsion concepts.

Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: AE 4660, with a grade of “C” or better.

Credits: 3 hours

Restrictions: This course restricted to majors in aerospace or mechanical engineering.

Lecture Hours - Laboratory Hours: (3 - 0)