The text, Airframe Structural Design , Michael C. Y. Niu (Second Edition, 1999, Hong Kong Conmilit Press LTD.), and lecture notes are distributed on the first day of the course.
Schedule for Course (Detailed schedule available):
MONDAY Overview Design Guidelines Airframe Design Phases Basic Loads and Material
TUESDAY Joints Design Wing and Empennage Design Damage Tolerant Design of Tension Panels
WEDNESDAY Fuselage Design Engine and Landing Gears Supports Control Surfaces and Edges
THURSDAY Cutouts and Doors Post-design Scenario Non-standard Joints Salvage Rework
FRIDAY Repairs Aging Aircraft Issues and Wrap-up Post-design Overview - Wing and Fuselage Full-scale Airframe Tests
