Mechanics and thermodynamics of propulsion /
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Format: | Book |
Language: | English |
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Reading, Mass. :
Addison-Wesley,
[1992]
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Edition: | 2nd ed. |
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Table of Contents:
- pt. I. Introduction and review of fundamental sciences. The jet propulsion principle ; Mechanics and thermodynamics of fluid flow ; Steady one-dimensional flow of a perfect gas ; Boundary layer mechanics and heat transfer
- pt. II. Air-breathing engines. Thermodynamics of aircraft jet engines ; Aerothermodynamics of inlets, combustors, and nozzles ; Axial compressors ; Axial turbines ; The centrifugal compressor
- pt. III. Rocket engines. Performance of rocket vehicles ; Chemical rocket thrust chambers ; Chemical rocket propellants : combustion and expansion ; Turbomachinery for liquid-propellant rockets ; Electrical rocket propulsion.