{"product_id":"rocket-propulsion-elements-isbn-9781118753651","title":"Rocket Propulsion Elements","description":"\u003cb\u003eROCKET PROPULSION ELEMENTS\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTHE DEFINITIVE INTRODUCTION TO ROCKET PROPULSION THEORY AND APPLICATIONS\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe recent upsurge in global government and private spending and in space flight events has resulted in many novel applications of rocket propulsion technology. \u003ci\u003eRocket Propulsion Elements\u003c\/i\u003e remains the definitive guide to the field, providing a comprehensive introduction to essential concepts and applications. Led by industry veteran George P. Sutton and by Professor Oscar Biblarz, this book provides interdisciplinary coverage including thermodynamics, aerodynamics, flight performance, propellant chemistry and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis thoroughly revised ninth edition includes discussion and analysis of recent advances in the field, representing an authoritative reference for students and working engineers alike. In any engineering field, theory is only as useful as it is practical; this book emphasizes relevant real-world applications of fundamental concepts to link “thinking” and “doing”. This book will help readers: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnderstand the physics of flight and the chemistry of propulsion \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnalyze liquid, solid, gas, and hybrid propellants, and the engines they fuel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConsider high-temperature combustion, stability, and the principles of electric and chemical propulsion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDissect the workings of systems in common use around the world today\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDelve into the latest advances in materials, systems, propellants, and more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eBroad in scope, rich in detail, and clear in explanation, this seminal work provides an unparalleled foundation in aerospace engineering topics. Learning through the lens of modern applications untangles complex topics and helps students fully grasp the intricacies on a more intuitive level. \u003ci\u003eRocket Propulsion Elements, Ninth Edition\u003c\/i\u003e merges information and utility building a solid foundation for innovation. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePreface xvii\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e1 Classification 1\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.1. Duct Jet Propulsion 2\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.2. Rocket Propulsion 4\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChemical Rocket Propulsion 5\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCombinations of Ducted Jet Engines and Rocket Engines 9\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNuclear Rocket Engines 10\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eElectric Rocket Propulsion 10\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOther Rocket Propulsion Concepts 12\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInternational Rocket Propulsion Effort 13\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.3. Applications of Rocket Propulsion 14\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSpace Launch Vehicles 14\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSpacecraft 20\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMilitary and Other Applications 21\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 24\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e2 Definitions and Fundamentals 26\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.1. Definitions 26\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.2. Thrust 31\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.3. Exhaust Velocity 33\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.4. Energy and Efficiencies 35\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.5. Multiple Propulsion Systems 38\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.6. Typical Performance Values 39\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.7. Variable Thrust 40\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSymbols 41\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProblems 42\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 44\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e3 Nozzle Theory and Thermodynamic Relations 45\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.1. Ideal Rocket Propulsion Systems 45\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.2. Summary of Thermodynamic Relations 47\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.3. Isentropic Flow through Nozzles 51\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eVelocity 52\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNozzle Flow and Throat Condition 57\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThrust and Thrust Coefficient 61\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCharacteristic Velocity and Specific Impulse 63\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnder- and Overexpanded Nozzles 67\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInfluence of Chamber Geometry 72\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.4. Nozzle Configurations 73\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCone- and Bell-Shaped Nozzles 75\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.5. Real Nozzles 81\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBoundary Layers 82\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMultiphase Flow 83\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOther Phenomena and Losses 85\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePerformance Correction Factors 85\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFour Performance Parameters 89\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.6. Nozzle Alignment 91\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSymbols 93\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProblems 94\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 97\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e4 Flight Performance 99\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.1. Gravity-Free Drag-Free Space Flight 99\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.2. Forces Acting on a Vehicle in the Atmosphere 104\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.3. Basic Relations of Motion 106\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.4. Space Flight 113\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eElliptical Orbits 116\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDeep Space 120\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePerturbations 121\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMission Velocity 125\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.5. Space Flight Maneuvers 127\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReaction Control System 131\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.6. Effect of Propulsion System on Vehicle Performance 133\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.7. Flight Vehicles 136\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMultistage Vehicles 136\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStage Separation 138\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLaunch Vehicles 141\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.8. Military Missiles 144\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.9. Flight Stability 147\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSymbols 149\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProblems 150\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 152\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e5 Chemical Rocket Propellant Performance Analysis 154\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5.1. Background and Fundamentals 156\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5.2. Analysis of Chamber or Motor Case Conditions 161\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5.3. Analysis of Nozzle Expansion Processes 166\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5.4. Computer-Assisted Analysis 171\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5.5. Results of Thermochemical Calculations 172\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSymbols 185\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProblems 186\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 187\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e6 Liquid Propellant Rocket Engine Fundamentals 189\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6.1. Types of Propellants 192\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6.2. Propellant Tanks 196\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6.3. Propellant Feed Systems 203\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLocal Pressures and Flows 203\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6.4. Gas Pressure Feed Systems 205\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6.5. Tank Pressurization 212\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFactors Influencing the Required Mass of Pressurizing Gas 214\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSimplified Analysis for the Mass of Pressurizing Gas 215\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6.6. Turbopump Feed Systems and Engine Cycles 217\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEngine Cycles 218\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6.7. Rocket Engines for Maneuvering, Orbit Adjustments, or Attitude Control 229\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6.8. Engine Families 232\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6.9. Valves and Pipelines 233\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6.10. Engine Support Structure 239\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSymbols 239\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProblems 240\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 242\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e7 Liquid Propellants 244\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7.1. Propellant Properties 245\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEconomic Factors 245\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePerformance of Propellants 246\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCommon Physical Hazards 250\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDesirable Physical Properties 252\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIgnition, Combustion, and Flame Properties 254\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProperty Variations and Specifications 254\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdditives 255\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7.2. Liquid Oxidizers 255\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLiquid Oxygen (O\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e) (LOX) 255\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHydrogen Peroxide (H\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003eO\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e) 256\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNitric Acid (HNO\u003csub\u003e3\u003c\/sub\u003e) 257\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNitrogen Tetroxide (N\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003eO\u003csub\u003e4\u003c\/sub\u003e) (NTO) 258\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNitrous Oxide (N\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003eO) 259\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOxidizer Cleaning Process 259\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7.3. Liquid Fuels 259\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHydrocarbon Fuels 260\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLiquid Hydrogen 261\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHydrazine (N\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003eH\u003csub\u003e4\u003c\/sub\u003e) 262\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnsymmetrical Dimethylhydrazine [(CH\u003csub\u003e3\u003c\/sub\u003e)\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003eNNH\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e] 263\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMonomethylhydrazine (CH\u003csub\u003e3\u003c\/sub\u003eNHNH\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e) 263\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7.4. Liquid Monopropellants 264\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHydrazine as a Monopropellant 264\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7.5. Gaseous Propellants 266\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7.6. Safety and Environmental Concerns 267\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSymbols 268\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProblems 268\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 269\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e8 Thrust Chambers 271\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8.1. Injectors 276\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInjector Flow Characteristics 280\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFactors Influencing Injector Behavior 283\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8.2. Combustion Chamber and Nozzle 285\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eVolume and Shape 285\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHeat Transfer Distribution 288\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCooling of Thrust Chambers 289\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHydraulic Losses in the Cooling Passage 295\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThrust Chamber Wall Loads and Stresses 296\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8.3. Low-Thrust Rocket Thrust Chambers or Thrusters 300\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8.4. Materials and Fabrication 304\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8.5. Heat Transfer Analysis 310\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGeneral Steady-State Heat Transfer Relations 311\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTransient Heat Transfer Analysis 315\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSteady-State Transfer to Liquids in Cooling Jacket 317\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRadiation 321\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8.6. Starting and Ignition 322\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8.7. Useful Life of Thrust Chambers 325\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8.8. Random Variable Thrust 326\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8.9. Sample Thrust Chamber Design Analysis 328\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSymbols 338\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProblems 339\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 342\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e9 Liquid Propellant Combustion and Its Stability 344\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.1. Combustion Process 344\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInjection\/Atomization Zone 346\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRapid Combustion Zone 347\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStreamtube Combustion Zone 348\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.2. Analysis and Simulation 348\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.3. Combustion Instability 349\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRating Techniques 357\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eControl of Instabilities 358\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProblems 362\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 362\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e10 Turbopumps and Their Gas Supplies 365\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.1. Introduction 365\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.2. Descriptions of Several Turbopumps 366\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.3. Selection of Turbopump Configuration 371\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.4. Flow, Shaft Speeds, Power, and Pressure Balances 376\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.5. Pumps 378\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eClassification and Description 378\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePump Parameters 379\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInfluence of Propellants 385\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.6. Turbines 387\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eClassification and Description 387\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTurbine Performance and Design Considerations 389\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.7. Approach to Turbopump Preliminary Design 390\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.8. Gas Generators and Preburners 393\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSymbols 395\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProblems 396\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 397\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e11 Engine Systems, Controls, and Integration 399\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.1. Propellant Budget 399\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.2. Performance of Complete or Multiple Rocket Propulsion Systems 401\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.3. Engine Design 403\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.4. Engine Controls 412\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eControl of Engine Starting and Thrust Buildup 413\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAutomatic Controls 419\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eControl by Computer 421\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.5. Engine System Calibration 423\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEngine Health Monitoring System 428\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.6. System Integration and Engine Optimization 430\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSymbols 431\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProblems 432\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 433\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e12 Solid Propellant Rocket Motor Fundamentals 434\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12.1. Basic Relations and Propellant Burning Rate 439\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMass Flow Relations 444\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBurning Rate Relation with Pressure 445\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBurning Rate Relation with Ambient Temperature (T\u003csub\u003eb\u003c\/sub\u003e) 449\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eVariable Burning Rate Exponent n 452\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBurning Enhancement by Erosion 453\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOther Burning Rate Enhancements 455\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12.2. Other Performance Issues 457\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12.3. Propellant Grain and Grain Configuration 462\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSlivers 471\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12.4. Propellant Grain Stress and Strain 472\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaterial Characterization 473\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStructural Design 476\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12.5. Attitude Control and Side Maneuvers with Solid Propellant Rocket Motors 483\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSymbols 485\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProblems 486\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 488\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e13 Solid Propellants 491\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.1. Classification 491\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.2. Propellant Characteristics 497\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.3. Hazards 505\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInadvertent Ignition 505\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAging and Useful Life 506\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCase Overpressure and Failure 506\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInsensitive Munitions 508\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUpper Pressure Limit 510\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eToxicity 510\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSafety Rules 510\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.4. Propellant Ingredients 511\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInorganic Oxidizers 513\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFuels 516\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBinders 516\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBurning-Rate Modifiers 517\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlasticizers 518\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCuring Agents or Crosslinkers 518\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnergetic Binders and Plasticizers 518\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOrganic Oxidizers or Explosives 518\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdditives 519\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eParticle-Size Parameters 520\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.5. Other Propellant Categories 522\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGas Generator Propellants 522\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSmokeless or Low-Smoke Propellant 523\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIgniter Propellants 524\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.6. Liners, Insulators, and Inhibitors 525\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.7. Propellant Processing and Manufacture 528\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProblems 531\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 534\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e14 Solid Propellant Combustion and Its Stability 536\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e14.1. Physical and Chemical Processes 536\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e14.2. Ignition Process 540\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e14.3. Extinction or Thrust Termination 541\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e14.4. Combustion Instability 543\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAcoustic Instabilities 544\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAnalytical Models and Simulation of Combustion Stability 548\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCombustion Stability Assessment, Remedy, and Design 548\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eVortex-Shedding Instability 551\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProblems 552\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 553\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e15 Solid Rocket Motor Components and Design 555\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e15.1. Rocket Motor Case 555\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMetal Cases 559\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWound-Filament-Reinforced Plastic Cases 561\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e15.2. Nozzles 563\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eClassification 564\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDesign and Construction 566\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHeat Absorption and Nozzle Materials 571\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e15.3. Igniter Hardware 577\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePyrotechnic Igniters 578\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePyrogen Igniters 579\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIgniter Analysis and Design 581\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e15.4. Rocket Motor Design Approach 581\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProblems 589\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 591\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e16 Hybrid Propellants Rocket Propulsion 593\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e16.1. Applications and Propellants 594\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e16.2. Interior Hybrid Motor Ballistics 599\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e16.3. Performance Analysis and Grain Configuration 602\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDynamic Behavior 605\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e16.4. Design Example 607\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e16.5. Combustion Instability 611\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSymbols 615\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProblems 617\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 618\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e17 Electric Propulsion 620\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e17.1. Ideal Flight Performance 626\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e17.2. Electrothermal Thrusters 631\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eResistojets 631\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eArcjets 634\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e17.3. Nonthermal Electrical Thrusters 638\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eElectrostatic Devices 638\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBasic Relationships for Electrostatic Thrusters 640\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eElectromagnetic Thrusters 646\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e17.4. Optimum Flight Performance 654\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e17.5. Mission Applications 658\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e17.6. Electric Space-Power Supplies and Power-Conditioning Systems 661\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePower Generation Units 661\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePower-Conditioning Equipment (PCU or PPU) 664\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSymbols 665\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProblems 666\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 668\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e18 Thrust Vector Control 671\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e18.1. TVC Mechanisms with a Single Nozzle 673\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e18.2. TVC with Multiple Thrust Chambers or Nozzles 683\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e18.3. Testing 686\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e18.4. Integration with Vehicle 687\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProblems 688\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 688\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e19 Selection of Rocket Propulsion Systems 690\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e19.1. Selection Process 692\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e19.2. Criteria for Selection 697\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e19.3. Interfaces 699\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e19.4. Cost Reduction 700\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 702\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e20 Rocket Exhaust Plumes 703\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e20.1. Plume Appearance and Flow Behavior 705\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSpectral Distribution of Radiation 711\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMultiple Nozzles 714\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlume Signature 714\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eVehicle Base Geometry and Recirculation 715\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCompression and Expansion Waves 716\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e20.2. Plume Effects 717\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSmoke and Vapor Trails 717\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eToxicity 718\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNoise 719\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSpacecraft Surface Contamination 720\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRadio Signal Attenuation 720\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlume Impingement on Structures 722\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHeat Transfer to Clusters of Liquid Propellant Rocket Engines 722\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e20.3. Analysis and Mathematical Simulation 723\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProblems 724\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 724\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e21 Rocket Testing 726\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e21.1. Types of Tests 726\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e21.2. Test Facilities and Safeguards 728\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMonitoring the Environment and Controlling Toxic Materials 731\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e21.3. Instrumentation and Data Management 735\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMeasurement System Terminology 736\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTest Measurements 737\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHealth Monitoring System (HMS) 738\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e21.4. Flight Testing 739\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e21.5. Postaccident Procedures 740\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 741\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAppendix 1 Conversion Factors and Constants 743\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConversion Factors (arranged alphabetically) 743\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConstants 746\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAppendix 2 Properties of the Earth’s Standard Atmosphere 747\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAppendix 3 Summary of Key equations for Ideal Chemical Rockets 749\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 751\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGEORGE P. SUTTON\u003c\/b\u003e is an acknowledged expert on rocket propulsion, and the former Executive Director of Engineering at Rocketdyne (now Aerojet Rocketdyne), and Laboratory Associate at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOSCAR BIBLARZ\u003c\/b\u003e is a Professor Emeritus in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, California.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTHE DEFINITIVE INTRODUCTION TO ROCKET PROPULSION THEORY AND APPLICATIONS\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe recent upsurge in global government and private spending and in space flight events has resulted in many novel applications of rocket propulsion technology. \u003ci\u003eRocket Propulsion Elements\u003c\/i\u003e remains the definitive guide to the field, providing a comprehensive introduction to essential concepts and applications. Led by industry veteran George P. Sutton and by Professor Oscar Biblarz, this book provides interdisciplinary coverage including thermodynamics, aerodynamics, flight performance, propellant chemistry and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis thoroughly revised ninth edition includes discussion and analysis of recent advances in the field, representing an authoritative reference for students and working engineers alike. In any engineering field, theory is only as useful as it is practical; this book emphasizes relevant real-world applications of fundamental concepts to link “thinking” and “doing”. 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