Just Wing It: An Introduction to Aerodynamics:This high school based course introduces students to the world of fluid mechanics. Students will be taught the fundamentals of aerodynamics on miniature airplane wings or airfoils. Once students have spent a day learning about the basics, they will be provided the opportunity to apply their new knowledge. Students will be divided into teams to design and create their own miniature airfoil surface modifications. Using in-class resources and research done on their computers, or provided laptops, students will be task to:
- understand the basics of engineering design
- provide engineering drawings and illustrations
- create attachments to be placed on an airplane wing
- determine the lift/drag ratio of their own designs
Once the students group designs are concrete, the instructor will be able to 3D print the attachments allowing the students designs to come to life. These 3D printed parts will be put to the test by being placed in a wind tunnel for experimentation. Students will be able to receive hands-on experience with all equipment being used for this course, excluding the 3D printer. This course will not only challenge the students, but it will put their skills to the test, leading to real time answers and new discoveries.
LUNCH: Students staying for full day or for both morning and afternoon sessions can bring or buy their lunch. All students will eat lunch on Campus in The Commons, a small food court.
