The Airplane Engine (Classic Reprint)

Unlock the science behind flight with The Airplane Engine

A classic technical reference from 1922 that explains how power, lift, and drag interact to keep an airplane aloft. It compiles detailed analyses of engines, fuels, ignition, lubrication, cooling, gearing, and propeller performance to help designers understand what makes an airplane engine work at various speeds and conditions. This edition presents the foundational concepts, data, and design considerations that shaped early aircraft propulsion.

What you’ll get

• Clear explanations of power required versus power available during level flight and climb
• Practical discussions of engine efficiencies, capacities, and dynamic behavior
• Insight into fuels, detonation, and how fuel choices affect engine power and capacity
• Coverage of ignition, lubrication, cooling, manifolds, and exhaust systems
• Reference data including curves, tables, and important design considerations for different engine types

Ideal for readers of early aviation engineering, historical propulsion, and technical reference collections seeking a grounded, data‑driven look at the development of airplane engines.