Fundamentals of Rocket Propulsion

Description

The book follows a unified approach to present the basic principles of rocket propulsion in concise and lucid form. This textbook comprises of ten chapters ranging from brief introduction and elements of rocket propulsion, aerothermodynamics to solid, liquid and hybrid propellant rocket engines with chapter on electrical propulsion. Worked out examples are also provided at the end of chapter for understanding uncertainty analysis.

This book is designed and developed as an introductory text on the fundamental aspects of rocket propulsion for both undergraduate and graduate students. It is also aimed towards practicing engineers in the field of space engineering. This comprehensive guide also provides adequate problems for audience to understand intricate aspects of rocket propulsion enabling them to design and develop rocket engines for peaceful purposes.

Table of Contents

1. Introduction
2. Aerothermochemistry of Rocket Engine
3. Elements of Rocket Propulsion
4. Rocket Nozzle
5. Spacecraft Flight Performance
6. Chemical Rocket Propellants
7. Solid Propellant Rocket Engine
8. Liquid Propellant Rocket Engine
9. Hybrid Propellant Rocket Engine
10. Liquid Propellant Injection System
11. Non-chemical Rocket Engine