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 | | Rocket Propulsion Elements, 7th Edition by George P. Sutton, Oscar Biblarz ISBN-10: 9780471326427 ISBN-10: 0-471-32642-9 ISBN-13: 9780471326427 ISBN-13: 978-0-471-32642-7 Hardcover 2000-12-29 Wiley-Interscience Find Lowest Price |
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Product Description Aerospace Engineering/Mechanical Engineering The definitive text on rocket propulsion-now completely revised to reflect rapid advancements in the field For more than fifty years, this seminal text has been regarded as the single most authoritative sourcebook on rocket propulsion technology. More comprehensive and coherently organized than any other book on the subject, Rocket Propulsion Elements guides readers evenhandedly through the complex factors that shape propulsion, with both theory and practical design considerations. With more than a third of the text and illustrations either completely new or extensively revised, this latest edition includes current information on engine structures, nozzle theory, gas properties, thrust chambers, launch vehicles, and more. With a detailed table of contents breaking down each chapter into subsections-as well as an expanded index of key words-the Seventh Edition efficiently steers readers quickly to the information they need. Other highlights include: * Separate chapters on liquid, solid, and hybrid propulsion systems and a new chapter on thrust chambers including the new aerospike nozzle * Comprehensive coverage of rocket propulsion technology, with applications to space flight, satellite flight, and guided and unguided missiles * Problem-solving examples and exercises relevant to actual design situations * More than 340 illustrations, including photographs, tables, and graphs * Coherent, up-to-date chapter on electrical propulsion balancing fundamentals with practical aspects and applications For professional engineers in the aerospace and defense industries as well as undergraduate and graduate students in mechanical and aerospace engineering, this time-honored resource is indispensable for its scope of coverage and utility. | ||
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Extremely fast shipping and service Packaging suffered during shipping, but product was intact and in good shape. Speed of service was phenomenol. Arrived close to a week before I expected it to. Very happy with price service etc. | ||
All-in-one book. This is a great book for those interested in rocket propulsion; engineers, student and peers. In detail it begins with an overall view of propulsion systems (including electrical) to then in different chapters treat subjects such as, stability, liquid propellants, solid propellants, turbomachinery, construction challenges (with solutions) and injectors etc. In addition, it contains questions and worked problems. I also own the seventh edition released in 2000. Although ridden with mathematical formulas and diagrams, it's an easy-to-read book if you are a undergraduate student in engineering/science. Beacuse of this a certain amount of knowledge in most scientific fields are required (chemistry, mechanical engieering, math and physics) otherwise the marvels explained can't be fully appreciated. This review is about the eight edition. | ||
Great book for both learning and referencing Using this book as reference for my senior design class my group is designing a rocket engine and this book gives clear consice must know informtation about a variety of propulsion systems. This is a must have for any rocket scientists worth every penny! | ||
Rocket Propulsion Elements Thorough book! Great depth of information on the topic of rocket propulsion. When used as class text, it was very helpful! | ||
Book review The product was what i asked for, so that is pleasing. The transaction was safe and reliable. Thank you | ||