Jet Propulsion: A Simple Guide to the Aerodynamic and Thermodynamic Design and Performance of Jet Engines - Softcover

Cumpsty, Nicholas

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0521541441 ISBN 13: 9780521541442

Publisher: Cambridge University Press, 2003

Synopsis

This second edition of Cumpsty's self-contained introduction to the aerodynamic and thermodynamic design of modern civil and military jet engines features two engine design projects. The first is for a new large passenger aircraft, and the second for a new fighter aircraft. The text introduces, illustrates and explains the important facets of modern engine design. Thoroughly updated and revised, this edition includes a new appendix on noise control and expanded treatment of combustion emissions. First Edition Hb (1998): 0-521-59330-1 First Edition Pb (1998): 0-521-59674-2

About this title

Book Description

This is the second edition of Cumpsty's excellent self-contained introduction to the aerodynamic and thermodynamic design of modern civil and military jet engines. Through two engine design projects, first for a new large passenger aircraft, and second for a new fighter aircraft, the text introduces, illustrates and explains the important facets of modern engine design. This edition has been thoroughly updated and revised, including a new appendix on noise control and expanded treatment of combustion emissions. Suitable for student courses in aircraft propulsion, and an invaluable reference for aerospace engineers.

About the Author

Nicholas Cumpsty is Professor of Aerothermal Technology at the University of Cambridge. He is a Fellow of the Royal Academy of Engineering and of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers. He is also a Fellow of both the American Society of Mechanical Engineers and of the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics.

Edition details

• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication date: 2003
• ISBN 10: 0521541441
• ISBN 13: 9780521541442
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 318