Cranfield University courses

...Framework for powerplant selection and gas turbine asset management. Model requirements, range of possible assessments and benefits of such a framework...

...sizing, design technique, dump diffusers, aerodynamic diffusers and alternative configurations. Combustion in the Gas Turbine Performance criteria – combustion efficiency...

...Fatigue and Fracture Mechanics - two parts of the same process. Griffith Criterion for fracture. The stress analysis approach. Fracture Toughness in plane...

...have or expect to gain a UK 1st or upper 2nd class degree or equivalent in aeronautical or mechanical engineering. An MSc or experience in materials science...

...by a very wide range of operating conditions. The three major categories of gas turbine applications are covered, civil aviation, military aviation and mechanical power applications...

...surge line, running line, effect of changes in inlet pressure and temperature. Off-Design performance, use of variable IGV's, air bleed, multi-spooling...

...STTG cycles and evaporative cooling. Who should attend The course will be of most benefit to delegates currently working in the maintenance and operations...

...components operate close to their performance limits, such as surge in the compressors, high temperatures in the turbines, and in some cases rotor over speeding...

...Participants will need to bring their own scientific calculators. All delegates will receive a Certificate of Attendance upon completion of this course...

...SLAM (Simultaneous Localisation and Mapping) Cooperative guidance and collision avoidance...

...missile fin actuator system to analyse and design for system bandwidth, frequency response, RL performance design, architectures for feedback...

...Course structure Divided between traditional lectures, computer aided thermodynamics tutorial and a practical session. What you will learn On successful...

...What you will learn On successful completion of the module the student will be able to: Knowledge and Understanding Comprehend the underlying principles...

...understanding of GW missile structures, aeroelasticity and vibration and GW missile power supply systems... Learn about: Structural Design...

...manufacturing processes High-temperature materials – for airframes, nozzles; insulation in rocket motors Corrosion and stress corrosion cracking...

...subjects of both aerodynamics and propulsion, in order that it may be understood and later applied to real GW system designs. Core content Fluid dynamics...

...justified conclusions appropriate for the evidence Appraise the evidence and procedures specific to the use of a hazardous material and understand the challenges presented...

...range of health and safety hazards. These hazards – physical, material, biological and psychological – have diverse characteristics and pose varying risks... Learn about: IT risk...

...Energy storage comparisons Case studies. Environmental Impact Legislative performance (CO 2 , gas and particulate emissions). Real world performance...

...we will give you tools, strategies and methods for increasing your presence and level of engagement with others. What you will learn Understand how... Learn about: Confidence Training...