OAS353 Syllabus - Space Vehicles - 2021 Regulation - Open Elective | Anna University

OAS353 Syllabus - Space Vehicles - 2021 Regulation - Open Elective | Anna University

OAS353	SPACE VEHICLES	L T P C

3003

OBJECTIVES:

• To interpret the missile space stations, space vs earth environment.
• To explain the life support systems, mission logistics and planning.
• To deploy the skills effectively in the understanding of space vehicle configuration design.
• To explain Engine system and support of space vehicle
• To interpret nose cone configuration of space vehicle

UNIT I	FUNDAMENTAL ASPECTS	9

Energy and Efficiencies of power plants for space vehicles – Typical Performance Values – Mission design – Structural design aspects during launch - role of launch environment on launch vehicle integrity.

UNIT II	SELECTION OF ROCKET PROPULSION SYSTEMS	9

Ascent flight mechanics – Launch vehicle selection process – Criteria for Selection for different missions – selection of subsystems – types of staging – Interfaces – selection and criteria for stages and their role in launch vehicle configuration design.

UNIT III	ENGINE SYSTEMS, CONTROLS, AND INTEGRATION	9

Propellant Budget – Performance of Complete or Multiple Rocket Propulsion Systems – Engine Design – Engine Controls – Engine System Calibration – System Integration and Engine Optimization.

UNIT IV	THRUST VECTOR CONTROL	9

TVC Mechanisms with a Single Nozzle – TVC with Multiple Thrust Chambers or Nozzles – Testing – Integration with Vehicle – SITVC method – other jet control methods - exhaust plume problems in space environment

UNIT V	NOSE CONE CONFIGURATION	9

Aerodynamic aspects on the selection of nose shape of a launch vehicle - design factors in the finalization of nose configuration with respect to payload - nose cone thermal protection system - separation of fairings - payload injection mechanism

TOTAL: 45 PERIODS

OUTCOMES: On successful completion of this course, the student will be able to

• Explain exotic space propulsion concepts, such as nuclear, solar sail, and antimatter.
• Apply knowledge in selecting the appropriate rocket propulsion systems.
• interpret the air-breathing propulsion suitable for initial stages and fly-back boosters.
• Analyze aerodynamics aspect, including boost-phase lift and drag, hypersonic, and re- entry.
• Adapt from aircraft engineers moving into launch vehicle, spacecraft, and hypersonic vehicle design.