Fundamentals of Rocket Propulsion

The book follows a unified approach to present the basic principles of rocket propulsion in concise and lucid form. This textbook comprises of ten chapters ranging from brief introduction and elements of rocket propulsion, aerothermodynamics to solid, liquid and hybrid propellant rocket engines with chapter on electrical propulsion. Worked out examples are also provided at the end of chapter for understanding uncertainty analysis. This book is designed and developed as an introductory text on the fundamental aspects of rocket propulsion for both undergraduate and graduate students. It is also aimed towards practicing engineers in the field of space engineering. This comprehensive guide also provides adequate problems for audience to understand intricate aspects of rocket propulsion enabling them to design and develop rocket engines for peaceful purposes.

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• Authors: D P Mishra, D.P. Mishra, DP Mishra, Dp (Indian Institute of Technology Mishra, Dp (Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur Mishra, Dp (Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur Uttar Pradesh India) Mishra
• Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd.
• Languages: English
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 02.08.2017
• EAN: 9781498785358
• ISBN: 978-1-4987-8535-8
• No. of pages: 462
• Dimensions: 163 mm x 240 mm x 30 mm
• Series: Print on Demand
• Subjects: Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Technology > Mechanical engineering, production engineering; TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING / Mechanical, ENERGY, TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING / Civil / General, environmental science, engineering & technology, Energy technology & engineering, Environmental science, engineering and technology, Energy technology and engineering