MEE599AP Aerospace Processes, Materials and Applications

[3–0, 3 cr.]

Modern aerospace and automotive sectors require advanced materials that meet demands for strength, low weight, durability, and reliability. This course explores recent advances in materials and processing methods, as well as their applications in aerospace and high-performance automotive engineering. Topics include polymer and metallic composites, highlighting their high-strength and lightweight, use in aircraft structures, spacecraft, and next-generation vehicles. Powder metallurgy is addressed with emphasis on the processing and application as in turbine engines and racing systems. Fracture mechanics and failure analysis are introduced to assess fatigue life and durability in demanding environments. The course also reviews PCB materials and fabrication techniques for aerospace / automotive applications. Hands-on projects and industry case studies support practical understanding of these technologies.

Prerequisites: fifth-year standing