Aircraft and Missile Propulsion, V2: The Gas Turbine Power Plant, the Turboprop, Turbojet, Ramjet, and Rocket Engines

By Maurice Joseph Zucrow and Maurice Joseph Zucrow

Book Overview

Aircraft and Missile Propulsion, V2: The Gas Turbine Power Plant, The Turboprop, Turbojet, Ramjet, and Rocket Engines is a comprehensive guide to the various types of engines used in aviation and missile propulsion. Written by Maurice Joseph Zucrow, a renowned expert in the field of gas turbine engines, this book provides an in-depth analysis of the gas turbine power plant, the turboprop, turbojet, ramjet, and rocket engines.The book begins with an introduction to the principles of gas turbine engines and the history of their development. It then delves into the design and operation of each type of engine, including their components, performance characteristics, and applications. The author also discusses the advantages and disadvantages of each type of engine, as well as their future prospects.The book is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to both students and professionals in the field of aviation and missile propulsion. It is extensively illustrated with diagrams, charts, and photographs, providing a visual aid to the reader.Overall, Aircraft and Missile Propulsion, V2: The Gas Turbine Power Plant, The Turboprop, Turbojet, Ramjet, and Rocket Engines is an essential reference for anyone interested in the design, operation, and maintenance of aircraft and missile engines.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1258687887
• ISBN13: 9781258687885
• Release Date: April 2013
• Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
• Length: 652 Pages
• Weight: 2.28 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"