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

Cumpsty, Nicholas

ISBN 10: 0521541441 / ISBN 13: 9780521541442

Published by Cambridge University Press, 2003

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Jet Propulsion: A Simple Guide to the Aerodynamic and Thermodynamic Design and Performance of Jet Engines
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication Date: 2003
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0521541441
• ISBN 13: 9780521541442
• Binding: paperback
• Edition: 2nd Edition
• Condition: As New

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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 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.