Carleton University · AERO 4308

Aircraft Stability and Control

Credits : 0.5 creditReference year : 2026-27

Description

Static stability and control: equilibrium requirements; longitudinal stability requirements; neutral points; manoeuvring flight; control forces and control requirements; lateral static stability certification requirements. Dynamic stability: axis systems; governing equations; phugoid and short period modes; lateral dynamic modes. Closed-loop control.

Prerequisites

  • Prerequisite(s): MATH 3705 .

Conditions and arrangements

  • Prerequisite(s): MATH 3705 .
  • Lectures three hours a week.
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Static stability and control: equilibrium requirements; longitudinal stability requirements; neutral points; manoeuvring flight; control forces and control requirements; lateral static stability certification requirements. Dynamic stability: axis systems; governing equations; phugoid and short period modes; lateral dynamic modes. Closed-loop control.

  • Prerequisite(s): MATH 3705 .
  • Lectures three hours a week.

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