Description
Book SynopsisThis is an introductory text on the fundamental aspects of rocket propulsion, including brief introduction and elements , aerothermodynamics to solid, liquid and hybrid propellant rocket engines with electrical propulsion. Worked out examples are provided at the end of chapter including solutions manual for instructors.
Trade Review"The main focus of the book is thermochemical rocket propulsion systems and the introductory chapters include a useful review of key aerothermodynamic principles. Subsequent chapters cover key performance parameters for thermochemical systems and details of nozzle flow as well as a chapter covering spacecraft flight analysis, including atmospheric launch vehicle analysis and basic orbit mechanics relating to propulsion.
Overall this is a very good undergraduate level text book covering basics of thermochemical rocket propulsion elements and introducing key principles of other rocket propulsion systems."
—The Aeronautical Journal November 2018 Issue
Table of ContentsIntroduction. Aerothermochemistry of Rocket Engine. Elements of Rocket Propulsion. Rocket Nozzle. Spacecraft Flight Performance. Chemical Rocket Propellants. Solid Propellant Rocket Engine. Liquid Propellant Rocket Engine. Hybrid Propellant Rocket Engine. Liquid Propellant Injection System. Non-chemical Rocket Engine.
