Rocket Propulsion Elements, 7th Edition,9780471326427

Rocket Propulsion Elements, 7th Edition

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Edition: 7th
ISBN13: 9780471326427
ISBN10: 0471326429
Format: Hardcover
Pub. Date: 2000-12-01
Publisher(s): Wiley-Interscience
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Summary

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.

Author Biography

GEORGE P. SUTTON is a consultant for the aerospace industry. He formerly served as Executive Director of Engineering at Rocketdyne (now The Boeing Company) and as a Laboratory Associate at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory.

Table of Contents

Preface xi
Classification
1(26)
Duct Jet Propulsion
2(2)
Rocket Propulsion
4(11)
Applications of Rocket Propulsion
15(12)
References
25(2)
Definitions and Fundamentals
27(18)
Definition
27(5)
Thrust
32(2)
Exhaust Velocity
34(2)
Energy and Efficiencies
36(3)
Typical Performance Values
39(6)
Problems
41(2)
Symbols
43(1)
References
44(1)
Nozzle Theory and Thermodynamic Relations
45(57)
Ideal Rocket
46(1)
Summary of Thermodynamic Relations
47(5)
Isentropic Flow through Nozzles
52(23)
Nozzle Configurations
75(10)
Real Nozzles
85(7)
Four Performance Parameters
92(2)
Nozzle Alignment
94(2)
Variable Thrust
96(6)
Problems
97(2)
Symbols
99(1)
References
100(2)
Flight Performance
102(58)
Gravity-Free Drag-Free Space Flight
102(4)
Forces Acting on a Vehicle in the Atmosphere
106(2)
Basic Relations of Motion
108(7)
Effect of Propulsion System on Vehicle Performance
115(2)
Space Flight
117(15)
Flight Maneuvers
132(7)
Flight Vehicles
139(10)
Military Missiles
149(3)
Aerodynamic Effect of Exhaust Plumes
152(1)
Flight Stability
153(7)
Problems
154(3)
Symbols
157(2)
References
159(1)
Chemical Rocket Propellant Performance Analysis
160(37)
Background and Fundamentals
161(8)
Analysis of Chamber or Motor Case Conditions
169(3)
Analysis of Nozzle Expansion Processes
172(7)
Computer Analysis
179(1)
Results of Thermochemical Calculations
180(17)
Problems
189(4)
Symbols
193(2)
References
195(2)
Liquid Propellant Rocket Engine Fundamentals
197(44)
Propellants
201(2)
Propellant Feed Systems
203(2)
Gas Pressure Feed Systems
205(6)
Propellant Tanks
211(7)
Tank Pressurization
218(3)
Turbopump Feed Systems and Engine Cycles
221(6)
Flow and Pressure Balance
227(1)
Rocket Engines for Maneuvering, Orbit Adjustments, or Attitude Control
228(4)
Valves and Pipe Lines
232(3)
Engine Support Structure
235(6)
Problems
236(2)
Symbols
238(1)
References
239(2)
Liquid Propellants
241(27)
Propellant Properties
242(9)
Liquid Oxidizers
251(4)
Liquid Fuels
255(4)
Liquid Monopropellants
259(2)
Gelled Propellants
261(2)
Gaseous Propellants
263(1)
Safety and Environmental Concerns
264(4)
Problems
265(1)
Symbols
266(1)
References
266(2)
Thrust Chambers
268(74)
Injectors
271(11)
Combustion Chamber and Nozzle
282(26)
Heat Transfer Analysis
308(12)
Starting and Ignition
320(3)
Variable Thrust
323(1)
Sample Thrust Chamber Design Analysis
324(18)
Problems
335(3)
Symbols
338(2)
References
340(2)
Combustion of Liquid Propellants
342(20)
Combustion Process
343(3)
Analysis and Simulation
346(2)
Combustion Instability
348(12)
Problems
360(1)
References
360(2)
Turbopumps, Engine Design, Engine Controls, Calibration, Integration, and Optimization
362(55)
Turbopumps
362(22)
Performance of Complete or Multiple Rocket Propulsion Systems
384(3)
Propellant Budget
387(2)
Engine Design
389(7)
Engine Controls
396(9)
Engine System Calibration
405(6)
System Integration and Engine Optimization
411(6)
Problems
413(1)
Symbols
413(2)
References
415(2)
Solid Propellant Rocket Fundamentals
417(57)
Propellant Burning Rate
419(18)
Basic Performance Relations
437(7)
Propellant Grain and Grain Configuration
444(9)
Propellant Grain Stress and Strain
453(13)
Attitude Control and Side Maneuvers with Solid Propellant Rocket Motors
466(8)
Problems
467(3)
Symbols
470(1)
References
471(3)
Solid Propellants
474(46)
Classification
474(6)
Propellant Characteristics
480(7)
Hazards
487(7)
Propellant Ingredients
494(11)
Other Propellant Categories
505(4)
Liners, Insulators, and Inhibitors
509(2)
Propellant Processing and Manufacture
511(9)
Problems
515(3)
References
518(2)
Combustion of Solid Propellants
520(20)
Physical and Chemical Processes
520(4)
Ignition Process
524(2)
Extinction or Thrust Termination
526(2)
Combustion Instability
528(12)
Problems
537(1)
References
537(3)
Solid Rocket Components and Motor Design
540(39)
Motor Case
540(10)
Nozzle
550(13)
Igniter Hardware
563(5)
Rocket Motor Design Approach
568(11)
Problems
575(2)
References
577(2)
Hybrid Propellant Rockets
579(29)
Applications and Propellants
580(5)
Performance Analysis and Grain Configuration
585(8)
Design Example
593(6)
Combustion Instability
599(9)
Symbols
604(2)
References
606(2)
Thrust Vector Control
608(16)
TVC Mechanisms with a Single Nozzle
609(11)
TVC with Multiple Thrust Chambers or Nozzles
620(1)
Testing
621(1)
Integration with Vehicle
621(3)
References
623(1)
Selection of Rocket Propulsion Systems
624(15)
Selection Process
625(5)
Criteria for Selection
630(4)
Interfaces
634(5)
References
638(1)
Rocket Exhaust Plumes
639(21)
Plume Appearance and Flow Behavior
641(11)
Plume Effects
652(5)
Analysis and Mathematical Simulation
657(3)
Problems
658(1)
References
658(2)
Electric Propulsion
660(51)
Ideal Flight Performance
666(4)
Electrothermal Thrusters
670(7)
Non-Thermal Electric Thrusters
677(19)
Optimum Flight Performance
696(4)
Mission Applications
700(1)
Electric Space-Power Supplies and Power-Conditioning Systems
701(10)
Problems
706(1)
Symbols
707(2)
References
709(2)
Rocket Testing
711(16)
Types of Tests
711(2)
Test Facilities and Safeguards
713(7)
Instrumentation and Data Management
720(4)
Flight Testing
724(1)
Postaccident Procedures
725(2)
References
726(1)
Appendix 1 Conversion Factors and Constants 727(3)
Appendix 2 Properties of the Earth's Standard Atmosphere 730(1)
Appendix 3 Summary of Key Equations for Ideal Chemical Rockets 731(2)
Appendix 4 Derivation of Hybrid Fuel Regression Rate Equation in Chapter 15 733(4)
Appendix 5 Alternative Interpretations of Boundary Layer Blowing Coefficient in Chapter 15 737(2)
Index 739

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