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Unit information: Advanced Aerodynamic Measurement and Analysis in 2016/17

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Unit name Advanced Aerodynamic Measurement and Analysis
Unit code AENGM0027
Credit points 10
Level of study M/7
Teaching block(s) Teaching Block 1 (weeks 1 - 12)
Unit director Dr. Theunissen
Open unit status Not open
Pre-requisites

EMAT20200 and knowledge of MATLAB

Co-requisites

None

School/department School of Engineering Mathematics and Technology
Faculty Faculty of Engineering

Description including Unit Aims

The unit follows on from the H-level unit AENG34140 Experimental Aerodynamics. Its aims are:- • To familiarise students with basic image processing techniques as many measurement metrologies are nowadays image-based. • To give students a basic knowledge of the most common advanced data analysis techniques in terms of their working principle and range of application • To demonstrate applications of the advanced measurement and data analysis techniques in the field of aero-elasticity and bio-inspired flight.

Intended Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of the course students will: • Be able to perform elementary image analysis to deduce basic parameters. • Understand and have a working knowledge of most common advanced data analysis techniques. • Understand the applications of data analysis techniques in the field of aero-elasticity • Be able to produce a well-designed and efficient experimental programme based on a wider knowledge of data extraction techniques.

Teaching Information

20 lectures

Assessment Information

• 50%: 2 hour examination • 50% coursework on the implementation of image analysis techniques and data post-processing

Reading and References

- Biosignal and Biomedical image processing, John L. Semmlow, Marcel Dekker Inc., ISBN:0-8247-4803-4 - Feature Extraction & Image processing, Mark Nixon & Alberto Aguado, Elsevier, ISBN:978-0-1237-2538-7 - Mechanical Vibrations, S S Rao, Adison Wesley, ISBN: 978-0132128193 - Introduction to aircraft aeroelasticity and loads, J R Wright and J E Cooper, Wiley, ISBN: 978-0470858400 - Modal Testing Theory Testing and Practice, D J Ewins, Research Studies Press Ltd., ISBN: 0-86380-218-4

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