* Aerodynamics - the study of fluid flow around objects such as wings (see also lift) |
* Aerodynamics - the study of fluid flow around objects such as wings (see also lift) (see also aeronautics) |
* Control or Flight Dynamics - the study of maneuvering vehicles to achieve the desired position and attitude (that is, which way the vehicle is pointing) |
* Control or Flight Dynamics - the study of maneuvering vehicles to achieve the desired position and attitude (that is, which way the vehicle is pointing) (see also astrodynamics?) |
Notable figures in aerospace engineering include [Orville Wright]?, [Wilbur Wright]?, and [Ernst Mach]?. |
Notable figures in aerospace engineering: :[Orville Wright]? :[Wilbur Wright]? :[Ernst Mach]? :[Osborne Reynolds]? :[Ludwig Prandtl]? :[Richard Whitcomb]? :[Glenn Curtiss]? :[Robert Goddard]? |
The basis of most of these elements lies in theoretical mathematics, such as fluid mechanics for aerodynamics or the equations of motion for flight dynamics. However, there is also a large empirical component. Historically, this empirical component was derived from testing of scale models and prototypes, either in [wind tunnel]?s or in the free atmosphere. More recently, advances in computer technology have enabled the use of computational fluid dynamics to simulate the behavior of a vehicle, reducing time and expense.
Notable figures in aerospace engineering: