Rocket Propulsion Elements

by George P. Sutton, Oscar Biblarz

ROCKET PROPULSION ELEMENTS THE DEFINITIVE INTRODUCTION TO ROCKET PROPULSION THEORY AND APPLICATIONS

The recent upsurge in global government and private spending and in space flight events has resulted in many novel applications of rocket propulsion technology. Rocket Propulsion Elements 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.

This 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

Understand the physics of flight and the chemistry of propulsion Analyze liquid, solid, gas, and hybrid propellants, and the engines they fuelConsider high-temperature combustion, stability, and the principles of electric and chemical propulsionDissect the workings of systems in common use around the world todayDelve into the latest advances in materials, systems, propellants, and moreBroad 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. Rocket Propulsion Elements, Ninth Edition merges information and utility building a solid foundation for innovation.

Genres: Engineering, Science, Space, Textbooks, Physics, Nonfiction, Technology

681 pages, Kindle Edition

First published November 30, 1962

Reviews

[Rohit Wakode · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a must read for all aspiring engineers who want to work on building launch vehicles. Depending on your background, this book along with few others would give you enough technical knowledge to start off your career in the booming private space industry.

[David Hewitt · Rating 4 out of 5]

A must have on the desk of any propulsion engineer...

[Lhreader · Rating 4 out of 5]

I haven't read this cover-to-cover because most of its contents were already covered in my propulsion course; however, it has been an infinitely valuable resource for my project. It contains an abundance of real-life data and examples, as well as in-depth explanations of how and why you should consider a variety of phenomena when building a rocket motor, be it a SRM, a LRE or hybrid.
If you're an engineering student who is taking a rocket propulsion course, by all means, you can rely on this book (and maybe the Humble for LREs). It isn't enough for professional work, but it's an excellent learning tool.

[Oscar Mabon · Rating 4 out of 5]

The bible of rocket science, whenever I need information about any form of engine this book will have it. I use it as more of a reference book - so haven't actually read the whole thing (probably about half), but the depth is really appreciated.

[Adrian · Rating 3 out of 5]

Feels a bit dated, however nice introduction to rocket propulsion. Skipped the chapter on solid propellents.

[Sebastian]

from https://youtu.be/9DzZci7M0pQ

[Luke Tipton · Rating 4 out of 5]

Enjoyable and exciting.
Very, very broad in scope, thereby scarce in detail.

[iain meek · Rating 5 out of 5]

Goodness. Heavy going- this is at least a first year university course... and I promised to give it back in 4 weeks.

and

4 week later... I have only fully read to page 225 out of about 600. Read the interesting bits out of the second half but largely ignored solids and electrics. Haven't grasped the formulas so could not yet design a booster/ propulsion system.

[Surya Teja · Rating 5 out of 5]

just interesting topics