Rocket propulsion elements
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Biblarz, Oscar
Summary
This book offers a thorough introduction to basic principles, the edition walks the reader through a clear and comprehensive description of physical mechanisms and designs, an understanding of how rocket propulsion is applied to flying vehicles, and delivers both theory and practical applications covering rocket propulsion for guided missiles, space flight, or satellite flight. This book offers a thorough introduction to basic principles, the edition walks the reader through a clear and comprehensive description of physical mechanisms and designs, an understanding of how rocket propulsion is applied to flying vehicles, and delivers both theory and practical applications covering rocket propulsion for guided missiles, space flight, or satellite flight. • Definitions and Fundamentals. • Nozzle Theory and Thermodynamic Relations. • Flight Performance. • Chemical Rocket Propellant Performance Analysis. • Liquid Propellant Rocket Engine Fundamentals. • Liquid Propellants.