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01 Introduction to Propulsion
3 topics
1 Historical Development of Propulsion
  • Early Propulsion Systems
  • Industrial Revolution Advancements
  • Modern Propulsion Evolution
2 Fundamental Principles
  • Newton's Laws of Motion
  • Conservation of Momentum
  • Energy Conversion Principles
3 Classification of Propulsion Systems
  • Air-breathing vs. Non-air-breathing
  • Chemical vs. Non-chemical
  • Mechanical vs. Thermal
02 Thermodynamics for Propulsion
3 topics
1 Thermodynamic Laws and Principles
  • First Law Applications
  • Second Law and Efficiency Limits
  • Entropy Considerations
2 Thermodynamic Cycles
  • Brayton Cycle
  • Rankine Cycle
  • Otto and Diesel Cycles
3 Properties of Working Fluids
  • Gas Properties and Behavior
  • Compressibility Effects
  • Phase Changes in Propulsion
03 Fluid Mechanics in Propulsion
3 topics
1 Fluid Dynamics Fundamentals
  • Continuity Equation
  • Momentum Equation
  • Energy Equation
2 Compressible Flow
  • Subsonic, Transonic, and Supersonic Flow
  • Shock Waves and Expansion Waves
  • Isentropic Flow Relations
3 Viscous Effects
  • Boundary Layer Theory
  • Friction and Heat Transfer
  • Flow Separation
04 Combustion and Propellants
3 topics
1 Combustion Fundamentals
  • Reaction Kinetics
  • Combustion Thermochemistry
  • Flame Propagation
2 Chemical Propellants
  • Liquid Propellants
  • Solid Propellants
  • Hybrid Propellants
3 Advanced Fuel Concepts
  • Cryogenic Fuels
  • Hypergolic Propellants
  • Green Propellants
05 Rocket Propulsion
3 topics
1 Rocket Fundamentals
  • Rocket Equation
  • Specific Impulse
  • Thrust Equation
2 Chemical Rocket Engines
  • Liquid Rocket Engines
  • Solid Rocket Motors
  • Hybrid Rocket Engines
3 Rocket Nozzles
  • Convergent-Divergent Nozzles
  • Expansion Ratio Optimization
  • Altitude Compensation
06 Jet Propulsion
3 topics
1 Gas Turbine Engines
  • Turbojet Engines
  • Turbofan Engines
  • Turboprop and Turboshaft Engines
2 Components and Systems
  • Inlets and Diffusers
  • Compressors and Turbines
  • Combustors and Afterburners
3 Performance Analysis
  • Thrust Generation
  • Specific Fuel Consumption
  • Propulsive Efficiency
07 Ramjet and Scramjet Propulsion
3 topics
1 Ramjet Principles
  • Operating Cycle
  • Inlet Compression
  • Ramjet Performance
2 Scramjet Technology
  • Supersonic Combustion
  • Inlet-Combustor Integration
  • Flight Envelope
3 Hypersonic Propulsion Challenges
  • Thermal Management
  • Materials Limitations
  • Fuel Injection and Mixing
08 Electric Propulsion
3 topics
1 Electrostatic Propulsion
  • Ion Thrusters
  • Hall Effect Thrusters
  • Field Emission Thrusters
2 Electromagnetic Propulsion
  • Magnetoplasmadynamic Thrusters
  • Pulsed Plasma Thrusters
  • Railguns and Coilguns
3 Electrothermal Propulsion
  • Resistojets
  • Arcjets
  • Microwave Thrusters
09 Nuclear Propulsion
3 topics
1 Nuclear Thermal Rockets
  • Solid Core Concepts
  • Liquid Core Concepts
  • Gas Core Concepts
2 Nuclear Electric Propulsion
  • Radioisotope Power Sources
  • Nuclear Reactors for Space
  • Power Conversion Systems
3 Advanced Nuclear Concepts
  • Nuclear Pulse Propulsion
  • Fusion Propulsion
  • Antimatter Catalyzed Nuclear Propulsion
10 Advanced and Emerging Propulsion Technologies
3 topics
1 Solar Propulsion
  • Solar Sails
  • Solar Thermal Rockets
  • Solar Electric Systems
2 Beamed Energy Propulsion
  • Laser Propulsion
  • Microwave Propulsion
  • Particle Beam Concepts
3 Theoretical Propulsion Concepts
  • Warp Drives and Alcubierre Metric
  • Wormhole Transport
  • Quantum Vacuum Thrusters
11 Marine Propulsion
3 topics
1 Conventional Marine Propulsion
  • Diesel Engines
  • Steam Turbines
  • Gas Turbines
2 Propulsor Systems
  • Propellers and Impellers
  • Waterjets
  • Cycloidal Propellers
3 Advanced Marine Concepts
  • Nuclear Marine Propulsion
  • Fuel Cell Systems
  • Hybrid Electric Propulsion
12 Propulsion for Land Vehicles
3 topics
1 Internal Combustion Engines
  • Gasoline Engines
  • Diesel Engines
  • Rotary Engines
2 Electric Vehicle Propulsion
  • Battery Electric Systems
  • Fuel Cell Systems
  • Hybrid Powertrains
3 Alternative Land Propulsion
  • Pneumatic and Hydraulic Systems
  • Linear Motors
  • Maglev Technology
13 Propulsion System Testing and Evaluation
3 topics
1 Test Facilities
  • Wind Tunnels
  • Altitude Test Chambers
  • Sea-level Test Stands
2 Measurement Techniques
  • Thrust Measurement
  • Flow Visualization
  • Temperature and Pressure Sensing
3 Performance Evaluation
  • Statistical Analysis
  • Uncertainty Quantification
  • Qualification Testing
14 Propulsion System Integration
3 topics
1 Vehicle Integration Considerations
  • Propulsion-Airframe Integration
  • Structural Interface
  • Thermal Management
2 Control Systems
  • Thrust Vectoring
  • Variable Geometry
  • Throttle Control
3 System Reliability and Safety
  • Failure Modes and Effects Analysis
  • Redundancy Design
  • Emergency Shutdown Systems
15 Environmental Impacts of Propulsion
3 topics
1 Emissions and Pollution
  • Combustion Products
  • Noise Pollution
  • Space Debris
2 Efficiency and Sustainability
  • Fuel Efficiency Metrics
  • Life Cycle Assessment
  • Carbon Footprint Reduction
3 Regulatory Framework
  • Emission Standards
  • Noise Regulations
  • International Agreements
16 Future of Propulsion Technology
3 topics
1 Sustainable Propulsion
  • Biofuels and Synthetic Fuels
  • Hydrogen Economy
  • Electrification Trends
2 Artificial Intelligence in Propulsion
  • Adaptive Control Systems
  • Predictive Maintenance
  • Autonomous Operation
3 Interstellar Propulsion Concepts
  • Generation Ships
  • Breakthrough Starshot Concept
  • Theoretical Interstellar Drives

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