With CADAC++ as Prototype

What you'll learn
Applying the power of C++ to aerospace simulations
Grasping how Polymorphism, Inheritance, and Encapsulation (PIE) build sophisticated simulations
Developing a UAV simulation step-by-step into a full netcentric model
Experiencing the CADAC++ framework in comparison to other C++ architectures
Getting ready for developing your own project simulations
Requirements
Literate in C++ with familiarity of flight dynamics
Dedicated to pursue a challenging course to the end
Windows 10 (or 7) computer with Microsoft Visual C++ 2019 (Community or Standard versions)
Description
This C++ course will take you deep into the guts of aerospace simulations. Like the students that I taught at the University of Florida, you should come with a first knowledge of C++ and a general understanding of flight dynamics. Step-by-step I combine C++ constructs with ly more complex aerospace features. You will be given access to eight simulations that replicate this build-up, culminating in a final multi-object CRUISE simulation.I teach by example, using UAVs attacking targets, tracked by overhead satellites. Though I show you how to build this complete aerospace simulation, my focus is on the main elements of the C++ PIE: Polymorphism, Inheritance, Encapsulation. I apply them to overloading functions—both pure and virtual functions—leading to the efficient run-time polymorphism; arrange the aerospace vehicles—UAV, target, and satellite—into a hierarchical inheritance structure; and encapsulate into classes the aerodynamic and propulsive data to protect their access.Though I use my simulation framework CADAC++ to exemplify the key features of C++, you will find that the C++ PIE is feeding most if not all complex aerospace simulations. (At the end of the course I will briefly discuss three other architectures.) Your familiarity with CADAC++ will also open for you all my other simulations of missiles, aircraft, rockets, and hypersonic vehicles.So, take the plunge and become a C++ expert in aerospace simulations!

Overview

Section 1: Introduction and Lab1: Fundamentals

Lecture 1 Introduction

Lecture 2 Lab1, Lesson1: QuickStart

Lecture 3 Lab1, Lesson2: C++ Essentials

Section 2: Lab2: Encapsulation and Satellite Simulation

Lecture 4 Lab2, Lesson3: Classes

Lecture 5 Lab2, Lesson4: Satellite Simulation

Section 3: Lab3, Lesson5&6: System Components

Lecture 6 Lab3, Lesson5: Modules

Lecture 7 Lab3, Lesson6: Target Simulation

Section 4: Lab4, Lessons7&8: Data Handling

Lecture 8 Lab4, Lesson7: Tables

Lecture 9 Lab4, Lesson8: UAV Uncontrolled

Section 5: Lab5, Lessons9&10: Change of Flight Phases

Lecture 10 Lab5, Lesson9: Events

Lecture 11 Lab5, Lesson10: UAV Controlled

Section 6: Lab6. Lessons11&12: Many Forms One Interface

Lecture 12 Lab6, Lesson11: Polymorphism

Lecture 13 Lab6, Lesson12: UAV Navigation

Section 7: Lab7, Lessons13&14: Comunication

Lecture 14 Lab7, Lesson13: Combus

Lecture 15 Lab7, Lesson14: UAV Homing

Section 8: Lab8, Lessons15&16: Climax

Lecture 16 Lab8, Lesson15: Architectures

Lecture 17 Lab8, Lesson16: UAV Netcentric Simulation

Students eager to apply their C++ knowledge to aerospace simulations,Developers interested in the CADAC++ architecture,Faculty preparing students for their professional career,C++ programmers curious about aerospace applications