Two Visual Basic Modules for Teaching Propulsion

Abstract

This paper describes the development of two Visual Basic modules that can be used in a typical propulsion course. The modules follow the design procedures outlined in the book by Cumpsty 1 and are written in Visual Basic programming language to provide a Graphical User Interface (GUI). The modules deal with the design and analysis of two types of aircrafts: a large commercial airplane such as Boeing Dreamliner and a fighter aircraft such as F-16 or F18. Since the design requirements of these two types of aircraft are completely different, the students can use these modules to compare and contrast the two designs using these modules. The modules will be freely available to the interested educators and community through a web site.