ISBN: 9781330364062 - the airplane engine (classic reprint) (3 Ergebnisse)

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book is a foundational text on the functioning, construction, and history of airplane engines. Delving into the importance of understanding power requirements and how to fulfill them, the book provides a comprehensive look at all the forces at play when an airplane is in flight. The author presents essential constructive details of those engines whose innovations led to their survival, grounding the reader in practical engineering. One notable aspect is the wealth of new material, made available after the first world war, from government research on engine developments, engine dynamics, engine dimensions, materials, and details such as valves and valve gears. Written shortly after the first world war, this book encapsulates the latest engineering innovations that proved critical during the war effort, making it a must-have resource for those interested in the history and engineering of aircraft engines. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…