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Course: 2025/2026

Aerospace Design II
(15349)
Bachelor in Aerospace Engineering (Plan: 421 - Estudio: 251)


Coordinating teacher: FAJARDO PEÑA, PABLO

Department assigned to the subject: Aerospace Engineering Department

Type: Compulsory
ECTS Credits: 6.0 ECTS

Course:
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Requirements (Subjects that are assumed to be known)
Mechanics applied to Aerospace Engineering Aerospace Structures. Aerospace Design I.
Objectives
The goal of this course is that the student acquires a basic knowledge of aerospace design. Two main topics are covered: Structural Dynamics and vibrations and Mechanism design
Learning Outcomes
CB2: Students are able to apply their knowledge to their work or vocation in a professional manner and possess the competences usually demonstrated through the development and defence of arguments and problem solving within their field of study. CB5: Students will have developed the learning skills necessary to undertake further study with a high degree of autonomy. CG1: Capacity for design, development and management in the field of aerospace engineering. CG2: Planning, drafting, direction and management of projects, calculation and manufacturing in the field of aerospace engineering. CG4: Verification and certification in the field of aerospace engineering. CG5: Ability to carry out projection activities, technical management, expert appraisal, drafting of reports, opinions, and technical advice in tasks related to Aeronautical Technical Engineering, the exercise of genuinely aerospace technical functions and positions. CG9: Ability to analyse and solve aerospace problems in new or unknown environments, within broad and complex contexts, integrated in multidisciplinary and international work teams. CE.CRA1: Understand the behaviour of structures under stresses in service conditions and limit situations. CE.CRA9: Adequate knowledge and applied to Engineering of: The principles of the mechanics of the continuous medium and the techniques for calculating its response. CE.CRA13: Applied knowledge of: the science and technology of materials; mechanics and thermodynamics; fluid mechanics; aerodynamics and flight mechanics; navigation and air traffic systems; aerospace technology; theory of structures; air transport; economics and production; projects; environmental impact. RA1: Have basic knowledge and understanding of mathematics, basic sciences, and engineering within the aerospace field, including: behaviour of structures; thermodynamic cycles and fluid mechanics; the air navigation system, air traffic, and coordination with other means of transport; aerodynamic forces; flight dynamics; materials for aerospace use; manufacturing processes; airport infrastructures and buildings. In addition to a specific knowledge and understanding of the specific aircraft and aero-engine technologies in each of the subjects included in this degree. RA2: Be able to identify aerospace engineering problems, recognise specifications, collect and interpret data and information, establish different resolution methods and select the most appropriate among the available alternatives. RA3: Be able to carry out designs in the field of aerospace vehicles, propulsion systems, navigation and air traffic control, airport infrastructures, or equipment and materials for aerospace use, which comply with the required specifications, collaborating with other engineers and graduates. RA5: Be able to apply their knowledge and understanding to solve problems and design devices or processes in the field of aerospace engineering in accordance with criteria of cost, quality, safety, efficiency and respect for the environment. RA6: Have the necessary skills for the practice of engineering in today's society.
Description of contents: programme
Program: The course is divided in two main blocks: BLOCK 1 1. Introduction to Structural Dynamics 2. 1 D.O.F systems 3. Multiple D.O.F.s systems 4. Continuous systems 5. Aproximated method 6. Introduction to computational solution of structurlal dynamics problems BLOCK 2: Mechanisms Design 1. Planar, spherical, and spatial mechanisms. 2. CAM design. 3. Spur Gears design. 4. Helical Gears, Bevel Gears, Worms, and Worn Gear design. 5. Gear Trains. 6. Flexible Machine Elements. 7. Bearing and Shaft design.
Learning activities and methodology
Theory sessions Problem sessions working individually and in groups. Lab-sessions. The methodology will be done as indicated by the University and the Sanitary authorities.
Assessment System
  • % end-of-term-examination/test 60
  • % of continuous assessment (assigments, laboratory, practicals...) 40

Calendar of Continuous assessment


Extraordinary call: regulations
Basic Bibliography
  • John J.Uicker, Jr. Theory of Machines and Mechanisms. Oxford Uniersity Press. 2011
  • Robert L.Norton. Design of Machinery:An introduction to the synthesis and Analysis of Mechanisms and Machines. McGraw Hill. 2011
  • de Jan R. Wright, Jonathan E. Cooper. Introduction to Aircraft Aeroelasticity and Loads. AIAA Education Series. 2008
Additional Bibliography
  • Bramwells, A. Helicopter Dynamics. AAIA. 2001
  • D. Raymer. Aircraft Design - A Conceptual Approach. AIAA education series. 2012
  • James Bralla. Handbook of product design for manufacturing: A practical guide to low-cost production. Mc Graw-hill Book. 1986
  • Johnson. Helicopter Theory. Dover Publications.
  • P. Fortescue, J. Stark & G. Swinerd. Spacecraft Systems engineering. Wiley. 2011

The course syllabus may change due academic events or other reasons.