boneh3ad said:"Introduction to Flight" by Anderson would be a good start for someone with no background.
boneh3ad said:What? Well where does your knowledge fall now? Just Google the book and see what it covers. If it seems too basic, move on to "Fundamentals of Aerodynamics" by Anderson.
enigma said:Introduction to flight is used at the sophomore level of an aerospace degree. It covers basic concepts in aerodynamics suitable for someone who has had calculus, but likely hasn't mastered its application. Fundamentals of aerodynamics is used at the junior level and was used (for me, and the Author is professor emeritus at the school I went to) for both aerodynamics 1 which was taught to all AE juniors and aero 2 which was only taught to the 'planes track' students. There is some overlap between the books, but if you know nothing, I would suggest you start with "Flight"
Some popular books on aerodynamics and flight basics include "Introduction to Flight" by John D. Anderson Jr., "Fundamentals of Aerodynamics" by John D. Anderson Jr., "Aerodynamics for Engineers" by John J. Bertin and Russell M. Cummings, "Aerodynamics for Aviators" by Mark Dusenbury and Gary Ullrich, and "Principles of Flight for Pilots" by Peter J. Swatton. It ultimately depends on your level of understanding and specific interests.
Yes, there are many online resources available for learning about aerodynamics and flight basics. Some popular ones include NASA's Beginner's Guide to Aerodynamics, Khan Academy's Physics of Flight course, and the Federal Aviation Administration's Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge.
Books on aerodynamics and flight basics typically cover topics such as the principles of flight, aerodynamic forces and moments, lift and drag, flight instruments and controls, aircraft performance, and stability and control. Some may also delve into advanced topics such as supersonic and hypersonic flight, aircraft design, and computational fluid dynamics.
Yes, these books can be helpful for non-scientists or non-engineers who are interested in learning about aerodynamics and flight basics. Many of these books are written in a way that is easy to understand for those without a technical background, and they can provide a solid foundation for further learning.
Some books on aerodynamics and flight basics may include hands-on activities or experiments, especially those geared towards younger readers or beginners. However, most books focus on the theoretical and mathematical aspects of aerodynamics and flight, and hands-on activities may be limited. It is best to check the table of contents or reviews to see if a book includes any hands-on components.