Reza S. Abhari: Catalogue data in Spring Semester 2018 |
| Name | Prof. Dr. Reza S. Abhari |
| Field | Aerothermodynamik |
| Address | Professur f. Aerothermodynamik ETH Zürich, ML J 35 Sonneggstrasse 3 8092 Zürich SWITZERLAND |
| Telephone | +41 44 632 26 91 |
| rabhari@lec.mavt.ethz.ch | |
| Department | Mechanical and Process Engineering |
| Relationship | Full Professor |
| Number | Title | ECTS | Hours | Lecturers | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 151-0204-00L | Aerospace Propulsion | 4 credits | 2V + 1U | R. S. Abhari, N. Chokani | |
| Abstract | In this course, an introduction of working principals of aero-engines and the related background in aero- and thermodynamics is presented. System as well as component engineering aspects of engine design are examined. | ||||
| Learning objective | Introduction of working principals of aero-engines and the related background in aero- and thermodynamics. Engineering aspects of engine design. | ||||
| Content | This course focuses on the fundamental concepts as well as the applied technologies for aerospace application, with a primary focus related to aviation. The systematic evolution of the aircraft propulsion engines, from turbojet to the modern high bypass ratio turbofan, including the operational limitations, are examined. Following the system analysis, the aerodynamic design of each component, including the inlet, fan, compressor, combustors, turbines and exhaust nozzles are presented. The mechanical and material limitations of the modern designed are also discussed. The environmental aspects of propulsion (noise and emissions) are also presented. In the last part of the course, a basic introduction to the fundamentals of space propulsion is also presented. | ||||
| Lecture notes | Vorlesungsunterlagen werden verteilt | ||||
| 151-0206-00L | Energy Systems and Power Engineering | 4 credits | 2V + 2U | R. S. Abhari, A. Steinfeld | |
| Abstract | Introductory first course for the specialization in ENERGY. The course provides an overall view of the energy field and pertinent global problems, reviews some of the thermodynamic basics in energy conversion, and presents the state-of-the-art technology for power generation and fuel processing. | ||||
| Learning objective | Introductory first course for the specialization in ENERGY. The course provides an overall view of the energy field and pertinent global problems, reviews some of the thermodynamic basics in energy conversion, and presents the state-of-the-art technology for power generation and fuel processing. | ||||
| Content | World primary energy resources and use: fossil fuels, renewable energies, nuclear energy; present situation, trends, and future developments. Sustainable energy system and environmental impact of energy conversion and use: energy, economy and society. Electric power and the electricity economy worldwide and in Switzerland; production, consumption, alternatives. The electric power distribution system. Renewable energy and power: available techniques and their potential. Cost of electricity. Conventional power plants and their cycles; state-of-the -art and advanced cycles. Combined cycles and cogeneration; environmental benefits. Solar thermal power generation and solar photovoltaics. Hydrogen as energy carrier. Fuel cells: characteristics, fuel reforming and combined cycles. Nuclear power plant technology. | ||||
| Lecture notes | Vorlesungsunterlagen werden verteilt | ||||
| 151-1053-00L | Thermo- and Fluid Dynamics | 0 credits | 2K | P. Jenny, R. S. Abhari, K. Boulouchos, C. Müller, N. Noiray, D. Poulikakos, H.‑M. Prasser, T. Rösgen, A. Steinfeld | |
| Abstract | Current advanced research activities in the areas of thermo- and fluid dynamics are presented and discussed, mostly by external speakers. The talks are public and open also for interested students. | ||||
| Learning objective | Knowledge of advanced research in the areas of thermo- and fluid dynamics | ||||
| Content | Current advanced research activities in the areas of thermo- and fluid dynamics are presented and discussed, mostly by external speakers. | ||||
| 860-0005-01L | Colloquium Science, Technology, and Policy (FS)   Only for Science, Technology, and Policy MSc. | 1 credit | 2K | T. Bernauer, R. S. Abhari | |
| Abstract | Presentations by invited guest speakers from academia and practice/policy. Students are assigned to play a leading role in the discussion and write a report on the respective event. | ||||
| Learning objective | Presentations by invited guest speakers from academia and practice/policy. Students are assigned to play a leading role in the discussion and write a report on the respective event. | ||||
| Content | See program on the ISTP website: http://www.istp.ethz.ch/events/colloquium.html | ||||