Being able to predict the motion of an aircraft is at the heart of aircraft design. In this course, you'll learn to predict the natural response of the aircraft to longitudinal and lateral disturbances. The aircraft's motion depends on the aerodynamic design, as well as the mass properties of the aircraft. The dynamic motion and response of the aircraft directly impact the controllability of the aircraft by a pilot or autopilot. Therefore, this level of understanding will directly impact you as an aircraft designer.

Key Concepts Include:

• Newton's Second Law
• Linearization
• Forces and Moments
• Fundamentals of Dynamic Systems
• Eigenproblems
• Longitudinal Dynamics: Short-Period and Phugoid Modes
• Lateral Dynamics: Spiral, Roll, and Dutch Roll Modes
• Closed-Form Mode Estimates
• Handling-Quality Predictions
• Aircraft Maneuverability

We take our time going through the mathematics, and you can speed up or slow down the videos depending on your own learning speed. It is recommended that you first complete the Aircraft Static Trim and Stability Course.

This Course Includes:

• 38 Lessons with detailed explanations
• Over 10 hours of video instruction

At the completion of this course, you’ll have an in-depth understanding of aircraft dynamics and handling qualities. You’ll be able to apply these principles on any aircraft of your choosing. This type of knowledge and experience is imperative to being able to design future aircraft. Let’s jump in.