OMZ307 Vehicle Aerodynamics

4 ECTS - 3-0 Duration (T+A)- 5. Semester- 3 National Credit

Information

Code OMZ307
Name Vehicle Aerodynamics
Semester 5. Semester
Duration (T+A) 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week)
ECTS 4 ECTS
National Credit 3 National Credit
Teaching Language Türkçe
Level Lisans Dersi
Type Normal
Mode of study Yüz Yüze Öğretim
Catalog Information Coordinator Prof. Dr. ALİ KESKİN


Course Goal

This course aims to teach the concept of incompressible aerodynamics, basic aerodynamic problems, aerodynamic design of an aeroplane

Course Content

Basic formulation of fluid mechanics and aerodynamics problems. Inviscous and viscous flow. Wind tunnels and their applications to external aerodynamics. Computational aerodynamics. Comparisons between experimental results and numerical results. Aerodynamic design for drag reduction. Aerodynamics of engine cooling. Fluid structure interactions. Aerodynamic noise.

Course Precondition

There are no prerequisites for the course.

Resources

Fluid Mechanics Fundamentals and Applications-Yunus Cengel- John Imbala

Notes

There is no another source.


Course Learning Outcomes

Order Course Learning Outcomes
LO01 Understands the principles of fluid mechanics
LO02 Learns the aerodynamic design of vehicles
LO03 Learns the parameters of aerodynamic design of vehicles
LO04 Performs aerodynamic analysis
LO05 Detects drag and lift forces in vehicle models
LO06 Learns the effect of aerodynamic force on performance
LO07 Learns the effect of vehicle aerodynamics on handling characteristics.


Relation with Program Learning Outcome

Order Type Program Learning Outcomes Level
PLO01 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal To be able to acquire sufficient knowledge on subjects specific to mathematics, science, and Automotive Engineering. 4
PLO02 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal To be able to use the theoretical and applied knowledge in the fields of Automotive Engineering in solving complex engineering problems. 4
PLO03 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Ability to identify, formulate and solve complex engineering problems in Automotive Engineering and technology; ability to select and apply appropriate analysis and modeling methods for this purpose. 3
PLO04 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product to meet specific requirements under realistic constraints and conditions in Automotive Engineering; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. 3
PLO05 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Designing, conducting experiments, collecting data, analyzing and interpreting results for the study of complex engineering problems or discipline-specific research topics in Automotive Engineering. 2
PLO06 Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği Ability to work effectively both individually and as a team in disciplinary (Automotive Engineering) and multi-disciplinary teams.
PLO07 Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği To be able to follow the project processes by producing and projecting innovative ideas in the field of Automotive Engineering.
PLO08 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği To be able to select and use modern techniques and tools necessary for the analysis and solution of complex problems encountered in Automotive Engineering applications. 3
PLO09 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği Awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; To be able to access information in the field of Automotive Engineering, to follow the developments in science and technology, and to constantly renew oneself. 3
PLO10 Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik To be able to use information and communication technologies together with at least one computer software in the field of Automotive Engineering.
PLO11 Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; knowledge of at least one foreign language; To be able to write effective reports and understand written reports, to prepare design and production reports, to make effective presentations, to give and receive clear and understandable instructions in the field of Automotive Engineering.
PLO12 Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik To be able to act in accordance with ethical principles, to be able to learn about professional and ethical responsibility in the field of Automotive Engineering and the standards used in engineering applications.
PLO13 Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik To learn about the effects of Automotive Engineering applications on health, environment, and safety in universal and social dimensions and the problems of the age reflected in the field of Automotive Engineering; Gaining awareness of the legal consequences of Automotive Engineering solutions.
PLO14 Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik Gaining knowledge about applications in business life such as project management, risk management, and change management in the field of Automotive Engineering; awareness of entrepreneurship, and innovation; To be able to learn about sustainable development.


Week Plan

Week Topic Preparation Methods
1 Dimensional Analysis and Modelling Read the related reference book Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Tartışma, Problem Çözme
2 Dimensions and Units Read the related reference book Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Tartışma, Problem Çözme
3 Dimensional Homogeneity Read the related reference book Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Tartışma, Problem Çözme
4 Dimensional Analysis and Similarity Read the related reference book Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Tartışma, Problem Çözme
5 Buckingam PI Theorem Read the related reference book Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Tartışma, Problem Çözme
6 Approximate Solutions Read the related reference book Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Tartışma, Problem Çözme
7 Navier Stokes Equations Read the related reference book Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Tartışma, Problem Çözme
8 Mid-Term Exam Lecture notes and reference books Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Yazılı Sınav
9 Equations of Motions Read the related reference book Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Tartışma, Problem Çözme
10 The Creeping Flow Read the related reference book Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Tartışma, Problem Çözme
11 Flow Over Bodies Read the related reference book Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Tartışma, Problem Çözme
12 Drag and Lift Read the related reference book Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Tartışma, Problem Çözme
13 Friction and Pressure Drag Read the related reference book Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Tartışma, Problem Çözme
14 Drag Coefficients of Common Geometries Read the related reference book Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Tartışma, Problem Çözme
15 Samples Read the related reference book Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Tartışma, Problem Çözme
16 Term Exams Lecture notes and reference books Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Yazılı Sınav
17 Term Exams Lecture notes and reference books Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Yazılı Sınav


Student Workload - ECTS

Works Number Time (Hour) Workload (Hour)
Course Related Works
Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) 14 3 42
Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 14 3 42
Assesment Related Works
Homeworks, Projects, Others 0 0 0
Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 7 7
Final Exam 1 9 9
Total Workload (Hour) 100
Total Workload / 25 (h) 4,00
ECTS 4 ECTS