by Philip Hill, Carl Peterson · Pearson · tapa dura · ISBN 9780201146592
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«Mechanics and Thermodynamics of Propulsion» is the engineering manual by Philip Hill and Carl Peterson, published by Pearson in hardcover (768 pages).
A reference work for mechanical and aeronautical engineering that starts from a few fundamental physical principles to explain the various modes of propulsion for aircraft and spacecraft. From these principles, it allows quantitative evaluation of system performance and identification of improvement paths, and includes illustrative material on modern engines and preliminary design procedures.
Second edition, published in 1991. Includes bibliographic references and index; scope of aerospace and astronautical technology.
Aimed at mechanical and aeronautical engineering students, as well as professionals in the aerospace sector.
