Cranfield University courses

...A number of worked examples are undertaken by the delegates. Active participation from the delegates is strongly encouraged.There will also be a visit...

...stability and ignition performance, temperature traverse quality, exhaust emissions Design criteria – determination of chamber dimensions and pressure...

...gas path components and the impact of mechanical, aerodynamic and aerothermal constraints. Appreciate the aerodynamic and thermodynamic design aspect...

...knowledge of different specialists and try to combine the effects/outputs of several aspects including mission profile, operational aspects...

...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...

...by the need for adequate off design. Core content Gas Turbine Fundamentals A brief review of the fundamental fluid mechanics applied to the gas turbine engine...

...instability, and gear and blade problems. The Campbell (Spoke) diagram and critical speed maps. 4. Combustors and Fuels Combustor types, chamber design...

...Turbine Performance Combustion Systems The second part of the course deals with the explanation of the phenomena taking place in the gas turbine and the simulation tools available...

...The fundamentals of gear design and an appreciation of the flexibility of the involute system with its ability to accommodate arbitrary centre distance...

...issues of the cooperative guidance design and critically evaluate the cooperative guidance systems to be able to enhance the overall performance...

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

...Engineering (Thermodynamics) Heat transfer equations Measurement and computer modelling of gun barrel temperature Theory of gun barrel erosion Self-ignition...

...Comprehend the aerodynamic design features adopted on modern missile designs. Skill Apply the fundamental laws of fluid mechanics and aerodynamics to subsonic...

...provides students with a detailed knowledge and understanding of guided weapon systems such that they are fully equipped for roles in defence intelligence and acquisition... Learn about: Structural Design...

...burning Military high explosives – insensitive high explosives; shockwave in explosives. Materials: Composites – components; effects of fibre orientation...

...Course structure The majority of the course is taught in the classroom, though there are numerous supporting demonstrations, weapon displays...

...Forensic Modular Masters Programme. Registering for this accredited short course and successfully passing the associated assessment will gain you 10 Cranfield credits...

...all organisations are required to provide appropriate health and safety management arrangements for their own personnel, whilst also ensuring that... Learn about: IT risk...

...(off cycle, durability). Sustainability assessment; cradle to grave environmental impact. Industry Activity and Market Reaction HEV market drivers and technology trends...

...long after you have left the room. This programme is designed to lift you out of your day-to-day default style of personal ‘performance’ and instead develop... Learn about: Confidence Training...