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MECA-H508

Aircraft conceptual design

academic year
2025-2026

Course teacher(s)

Patrick HENDRICK (Coordinator)

ECTS credits

5

Language(s) of instruction

english

Course content

Conceptual aircraft design methodology and practical application to aircraft or unmanned aerial vehicle sizing

Objectives (and/or specific learning outcomes)

Understand the methodology of aircraft conceptual design and sizing and the influence of the different parameters

Teaching methods and learning activities

Theory + application on a case study + seminars with invited speakers

References, bibliography, and recommended reading

Corke + D. Raymer

Contribution to the teaching profile

This teaching unit contributes to the following competences:

  • In-depth knowledge and understanding of exact sciences with the specificity of their application to engineering

  • In-depth knowledge and understanding of integrated structural design methods in the framework of a global design strategy

  • In-depth knowledge and understanding of the advanced methods and theories to schematize and model complex problems or processes

  • Correctly report on research or design results in the form of a technical report or in the form of a scientific paper

  • Present and defend results in a scientifically sound way, using contemporary communication tools, for a national as well as for an international professional or lay audience

  • Has a broad scientific knowledge, understanding and skills to be able to design, produce and maintain complex mechanical, electrical and/or energy systems with a focus on products, systems and services.

  • Has an in-depth understanding of safety standards and rules with respect to mechanical, electrical and energy systems.

Evaluation

Method(s) of evaluation

  • Other

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