Aircraft flutter is still one of those problems that takes the lives of a number of aviators every year. Today, with the power of personal computers, PCs, and the use of a powerful and accurate computer program as outlined in the MODERN AERODYNAMIC FLUTTER ANALYSIS, flutter can be accurately predicted on an aircraft before it is flown. This book is the only book which covers the history of flutter analysis up to the present time. The flutter phenomena is explained in layman terms and the process of predicting flutter using a program called Subsonic Flutter Analysis, SAF, is explained.

When introduced to the topic of aircraft flight dynamics students discover that it is the essence of aeronautical engineering because it involves the study of the motion―the flight―of the vehicle. This motion defines the vehicle's performance, a topic of enormous significance to the ultimate success of the machine. 

The new edition of Fundamentals of Aerodynamics follows in the same tradition as the previous editions: it is for students―to be read, understood, and enjoyed. It is consciously written in a clear, informal, and direct style to talk to the reader and gain their interest in the challenging and yet beautiful discipline of aerodynamics.

The new edition of Fundamentals of Aerodynamics is also available in McGraw Hill Connect, featuring SmartBook 2.0, a curated question bank, Proctorio, and more!

The study of flight dynamics requires a thorough understanding of the theory of the stability and control of aircraft, an appreciation of flight control systems and a comprehensive grounding in the theory of automatic control. 

Unmanned air vehicles are becoming increasingly popular alternatives for private applica

This modern text presents aerodynamic design of aircraft with realistic applications, using CFD software and guidance on its use. Tutorials, exercises, and mini-projects provided involve design of real aircraft, ranging from straight to swept to slender wings, from low speed to supersonic. Supported by online resources and supplements, this toolkit covers topics such as shape optimization to minimize drag and collaborative designing. 

Optimal aircraft design i