Introductory Texts for Astronautics and Rockets

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I'm looking for good intro texts involving astronautics and rockets.

I found Understanding Space: An Introduction to Astronautics (https://www.amazon.com/dp/0077230302/?tag=pfamazon01-20), but from the table of contents, it doesn't look very technical. I'd like to find something technical that goes over a lot of the math required.

For rockets, I found Introduction to Rocket Science and Engineering (https://www.amazon.com/dp/1420075284/?tag=pfamazon01-20 however, I haven't seen much on this text other than the "NASA Cover Up" review on Amazon (US).

Any suggestions are greatly appreciated.

 

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• Author: John D. Anderson
• Title: Fundamentals of Aerodynamics
• Amazon Link: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0073398101/?tag=pfamazon01-20
• Prerequisities: Prior or concurrent experience in Calculus, Introductory Physics
• Level: Undergraduate

Table of Contents:

Part 1 Fundamental Principles 
1. Aerodynamics: Some Introductory Thoughts 
2. Aerodynamics: Some Fundamental Principles and Equations 

Part 2 Inviscid, Incompressible Flow 
3. Fundamentals of Inviscid, Incompressible Flow 
4. Incompressible Flow over Airfoils 
5. Incompressible Flow over Finite Wings 
6. Three-Dimensional Incompressible Flow 

Part 3 Inviscid, Compressible Flow 
7. Compressible Flow: Some Preliminary Aspects 
8. Normal Shock Waves and Related Topics 
9. Oblique Shock and Expansion Waves 
10. Compressible Flow Through Nozzles, Diffusers, and Wind Tunnels 
11. Subsonic Compressible Flow over Airfoils: Linear Theory 
12. Linearized Supersonic Flow 
13. Introduction to Numerical Techniques for Nonlinear Supersonic Flow 
14. Elements of Hypersonic Flow 

Part 4 Viscous Flow 
15. Introduction to the Fundamental Principles and Equations of Viscous Flow 
16. Some Special Cases; Couette and Poiseuille Flows
17. Introduction to Boundary Layers 
18. Laminar Boundary Layers 
19. Turbulent Boundary Layers 
20. Navier-Stokes Solutions: Some Examples 

Appendix A Isentropic Flow Properties 
Appendix B Normal Shock Properties 
Appendix C Prandtl-Meyer Function and Mach Angle 
Appendix D Standard Atmosphere, SI Units 
Appendix E Standard Atmosphere, English Engineering Units 

Bibliography

Index

Publisher's book page: http://highered.mcgraw-hill.com/sites/0073398101/

 

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• Author: Gordon C. Oates
• Title: Aerothermodynamics of Gas Turbine and Rocket Propulsion
• Amazon Link: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1563472414/?tag=pfamazon01-20
• Prerequisities: Calculus, Introductory Physics and/or Aerospace Engineering, Fluid Mechanics, Heat Transfer,
• Level: Undergraduate, Upper Level, or Graduate

Alternative source: https://www.aiaa.org/PubDetail.aspx?id=3834

Used as a standard text in more than 50 universities, the book and software will continue to fulfill the need for a comprehensive modern book on the principles of propulsion.



Table of Contents:

Chapter  1. Introduction
 1.1  Purpose
 1.2  Chemical Rockets
 1.3  Nonchemical Rockets
 1.4  Airbreathing Engines
 1.5  Summary
 
Chapter  2. Thermodynamics and Quasi-One-Dimensional Fluid Flows
 2.1  Introduction
 2.2  Definitions
 2.3  The Laws of Thermodynamics
 2.4  The Zeroth Law of Thermodynamics
 2.5  The First Law of Thermodynamics
 2.6  The Reversible Process
 2.7  Derived Properties: Enthalpy and Specific Heats
 2.8  The Second Law of Thermodynamics
 2.9  The Gibbs Equations
 2.10 The Gibbs Function and the Helmholtz Function
 2.11 Maxwell's Relations
 2.12 General Relationships between Properties
 2.13 The Perfect Gas
 2.14 Quasi-One-Dimensional Fluid Systems
 2.15 The First Law for a Flowing System - The Control Volume
 2.16 The Channel Flow Equations
 2.17 Stagnation Properties
 2.18 Property Variations in Channels
 2.19 The Nozzle Flow Equations
 2.20 Numerical Solutions of Equations (in 1997 edition, but not 1985)
      Problems
 
Chapter  3. Chemical Rockets
 3.1  Introduction
 3.2  Expression for the Thrust
 3.3  Acceleration of a Rocket
 3.4  Rocket Nozzle Performance
 3.5  Elementary Chemistry
 3.6  Determination of Chamber Conditions
 3.7  Nozzle Flow of a Reacting Gas
 3.8  Solid-Propellant Rockets
     Problems

Chapter  4. Nonchemical Rockets
 4.1  Introduction
 4.2  The Nuclear-Heated Rocket
 4.3  Electrically Power Rockets
      Problems

Chapter  5. Ideal Cycle Analysis
 5.1  Introduction
 5.2  Notation
 5.3  Ideal Component Behaviors
 5.4  The Ideal Thermodynamic Cycle
 5.5  The Effect of Burning at Finite Mach Number
 5.6  The Propulsive Efficiency, η[SIZE="1"]p
 5.7  System of Units
 5.8  The Ideal Turbojet
 5.9  Interpretation of the Behavior of Specific Fuel Consumption
 5.10 The Maximum Thrust Turbojet
 5.11 The Ideal Turbojet with Afterburning
 5.12 The Turbofan with Separate Exhaust Stream
 5.13 The Ideal Turbofan with Mixed Exhaust Stream
 5.14 The Ideal Constant-Pressure Mixer
 5.15 The Ideal Turbofan with Afterburning
      Problems

Chapter  6. Component Performance
 6.1  Introduction
 6.2  The Thrust Equation
 6.3  Averages
 6.4  The Inlet
 6.5  The Compressor
 6.6  The Burner
 6.7  The Turbine
 6.8  The Nozzle
 6.9  Summary of Component Figures of Merit
      Problems

Chapter  7. Nonideal Cycle Analysis
       1985 Edition                                        1997 Edition
 7.1  Introduction                                         Introduction
 7.2  Numerical Solution of Equations                      The Turbojet
 7.3  The Turbojet                                         The Turbofan
 7.4  The Turbofan                                         The Turboprop or Prop Fan
 7.5  The Turboprop or Prop Fan                            The Effects of Nonconstant Specific Heats
 7.6  Summary and Conclusions                              Summary and Conclusions
      Problems                                             Problems

Chapter  8. Engine Off-Design Performance
 8.1  Introduction
 8.2  Off-Design Analysis of the Turbojet  
 8.3  Off-Design Analysis of the Turbofan  
 8.4  Off-Design Analysis of the Turboprop 
 8.5  The Use of Component Characteristics
 8.6  Limitations on the Accuracy of Component Characteristics
 8.7  Engine Acceleration (in 1997 edition, but not 1985)
      Problems

Chapter  9. Elementary Theory of Blade Aerodynamics
 9.1  Introduction
 9.2  Two-Dimensional Incompressible Flwo through Blade Rows
 9.3  Free Vortex Flow
 9.4  Radial Equilibrium Flows
 9.5  The Effects of Compressibility
      Problems

Chapter 10. Throughflow Theory
10.1  Introduction
10.2  The Throughflow Equations
10.3  The Actuator Disk
10.4  Integral Relationships
10.5  Example Solutions
10.6  Advanced Problems in Throughflow Theory
      Problems

Chapter 11. Cascade Flows
11.1  Introduction
11.2  Cascade Losses
11.3  Cascade Notation
11.4  Calculations Methods
      Problems
      
      Subject Index

 1997 Edition
      Appendix A  Standard Atmosphere
      Appendix B  SAE Gas Turbine Engine Notation
      Appendix C  Oates Companion Software
      
      Subject Index

I used the 1985 Edition and didn't have the benefit of companion software.

 

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• Author: Hanspeter Schaub and John L. Junkins
• Title: Analytical Mechanics of Space Systems
• Amazon Link: http://amzn.com/1600867219
• Prerequisities: Calculus, Ordinary Differential Equations, Basic Engineering Mechanics
• Level: Senior Undergraduate or Graduate

Also available from AIAA in hardback and electronic form.

Analytical Mechanics of Space Systems is a comprehensive treatment of dynamics, celestial mechanics, and spacecraft control. The book contains material for up to three academic courses: a junior/senior level dynamics course covering kinematics and kinetics of particles and rigid bodies from the Newtonian and Eulerian perspectives, a graduate course on Lagrangian, Hamiltonian, and variational methods, and a graduate course on celestial mechanics.

Table of Contents:

Part 1. Basic Mechanics

Chapter 1. Particle Kinematics
 1.1  Introduction
 1.2  Particle Position Description
 1.3  Vector Differentiation 
      References
      Problems

Chapter 2. Newtonian Mechanics
 2.1  Introduction
 2.2  Newton's Laws
 2.3  Single Particle Dynamics
 2.4  Dynamics of a System of Particles
 2.5  Dynamics of a Continuous System
 2.6  Rocket Problem
      References
      Problems

Chapter 3. Rigid Body Kinematics
 3.1  Introduction
 3.2  Direction Cosine Matrix
 3.3  Euler Angles
 3.4  Principle Rotation Vector
 3.5  Euler Parameters
 3.6  Classical Rodrigues Parameters
 3.7  Modified Rodrigues Parameters
 3.8  Other Attitude Parameters
 3.9  Homogeneous Transformations
      References 
      Problems

Chapter 4. Eulerian Mechanics
 4.1  Introduction
 4.2  Rigid Body Dynamics
 4.3  Torque-Free Rigid Body Rotation
 4.4  Dual-Spin Spacecraft
 4.5  Momentum Exchange Devices
 4.6  Gravity Gradient Satellites
      References
      Problems

Chapter 5. Generalized Methods of Analytical Dynamics
 5.1  Introduction
 5.2  Generalized Coordinates
 5.3  D'Alembert's Principle
 5.4  Lagrangian Dynamics
 5.5  Quasi Coordinates
 5.6  Cyclic Coordinates
 5.7  Final Observations
      References
      Problems

Chapter 6. Variational Methods in Analytical Dynamics
 6.1  Introduction
 6.2  Fundamentals of Variational Calculus
 6.3  Hamilton's Variational Principles
 6.4  Hamilton's Principal Function
 6.5  Some Classical Applications of Hamilton's Principle to Distributed
      Parameter Systems 
      References
      Problems

Chapter 7. Hamilton's Generalized Formulations of Analytical Dynamics
 7.1  Introduction
 7.2  Hamiltonian Function
 7.3  Relationship of Hamiltonian Function to Work/Energy Integral
 7.4  Hamilton's Canonical Equations
 7.5  Poisson's Brackets
 7.6  Canonical Coordinate Transformations
 7.7  Perfect Differential Criterion for Canonical Transformations
 7.8  Transformation Jacobian Perspective on Canonical Transformations
      References
      Problems

Chapter 8. Nonlinear Spacecraft Stability and Control
 8.1 Introduction
 8.2 Nonlinear Stability Analysis
 8.3 Generating Lyapunov Functions
 8.4 Nonlinear Feedback Control Laws
 8.5 Lyapunov Optimal Control Laws
 8.6 Linear Closed-Loop Dynamics
 8.7 Reaction Wheel Control Devices
 8.8 Variable Speed Control Moment Gyroscopes
     References
     Problems

Part 2. Celestial Mechanics

Chapter 9. Classical Two-Body Problem
 9.1  Introduction
 9.2  Geometry of Conic Sections
 9.3  Coordinate Systems
 9.4  Relative Two-Body Equations of Motion
 9.5  Fundamental Integrals
 9.6  Classical Solutions
      References
      Problems

Chapter 10. Restricted Three-Body Problem
 10.1 Introduction
 10.2 Lagrange's Three-Body Solution
 10.3 Circular Restricted Three-Body Problem
 10.4 Periodic Stationary Orbits
 10.5 Disturbing Function
      References
      Problems

Chapter 11. Gravitational Potential Field Methods
 11.1 Introduction
 11.2 Gravitational Potential of Finite Bodies
 11.3 MacCullagh's Approximation
 11.4 Spherical Harmonic Gravity Potential
 11.5 Multibody Gravitational Acceleration
 11.6 Multibody Gravitational Influence
      References
      Problems

Chapter 12. Perturbation Methods
 12.1 Introduction
 12.2 Encke's Method
 12.3 Variation of Parameters
 12.4 State Transition and Sensitivity Matrix
      References
      Problems

Chapter 13. Transfer Orbits
 13.1 Introduction
 13.2 Minimum Energy Orbit
 13.3 Hohmann Transfer Orbit 
 13.4 Lambert's Problem
 13.5 Rotating the Orbit Plane
 13.6 Patched-Conic Orbit Section
      References
      Problems

Chapter 14. Spacecraft Formation Flying
 14.1 Introduction
 14.2 General Relative Orbit Description
 14.3 Cartesian Coordinate Description
 14.4 Orbit Element Difference Description
 14.5 Relative Motion State Transition Matrix
 14.6 Linearized Relative Orbit Motion
 14.7 J_2 Invariant Relative Orbits
 14.8 Relative Orbit Control Methods
      References
      Problems

Appendix A. Transport Theorem Derivation Using Linear Algebra
Appendix B. Various Euler Angle Transformations
Appendix C. MRP Identity Proof
Appendix D. Conic Section Transformations
Appendix E. Numerical Subroutine Library
Appendix F. First-Order Mapping Between Mean and Osculating Orbit 
            Elements
Appendix G. Direct Linear Mapping Between Cartesian Hill Frame
            Coordinates and Orbit Element Differences
Appendix H. Hamel Coefficients for the Rotational Motion of a Rigid Body

Index
Supporting Materials

 

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• Author: David K. Schmidt
• Title: Modern Flight Dynamics
• Amazon Link: http://amzn.com/007339811X
• Prerequisities: Calculus, Ordinary Differential Equations, Point-Mass and Rigid-Body Dynamics
• Level: Undergraduate

Modern Flight Dynamics is a relatively new textbook addressing atmospheric flight dynamics. Flight dynamics is a multidisciplinary area of aerospace engineering that combines aerodynamics, dynamics, structures, and control.

Table of Contents:

Chapter 1. Introduction and Topical Review
 1.1   Small Perturbation Theory for Nonlinear Systems
 1.2   Coordinate Systems
 1.3   Vectors, Coordinate Transformations and Direction-Cosine Matrices
 1.4   Vector Differentiation
 1.5   Newton's Second Law
 1.6   Small Perturbation Analysis Revisited
 1.7   Summary
 1.8   Problems
       References

Chapter 2. Equations of Motion of the Rigid Vehicle
 2.1   Vector Equations of Motion--Flat Earth
 2.2   Scalar Equations of Motion--Flat Earth
 2.3   Reference and Perturbation Equations--Flat Earth
 2.4   Effects of Rotating Masses
 2.5   Effects of Variable Mass
 2.6   Effects of a Spherical, Rotating Earth
 2.7   Point-Mass Performance Equations
 2.8   Summary
 2.9   Problems
       References

Chapter 3. Structural Vibrations--A "Just-In-Time Tutorial"
 3.1   Lumped-Mass Idealizations and Lagrange's Equation
 3.2   Modal Analysis
 3.3   Orthogonality of the Vibration Modes
 3.4   Rigid-Body Degrees of Freedom
 3.5   Reference Axes and Relative Motion
 3.6   Modal Analysis of the Generalized Eigensolution
 3.7   Multi-Directional Motion
 3.8   Preferred Derivation of Equations of Motion
 3.9   Forced Motion and Virtual Work
 3.10  Forced Motion of the Unrestrained Beam Model
 3.11  Summary
 3.12  Problems
       References

Chapter 4. Equations of Motion for Elastic Vehicles
 4.1   Lagrange's Equation—Kinetic and Potential Energies
 4.2   The Vehicle-Fixed Frame--The Mean Axes
 4.3   Modal Expansion Using Free-Vibration Modes
 4.4   Selection of the Generalized Coordinates
 4.5   Equations of Motion Governing Rigid-Body Translation
 4.6   Equations of Motion Governing Rigid-Body Rotation
 4.7   Equations of Motion Governing Elastic Deformation
 4.8   Motion of a Particular Point on the Elastic Vehicle
 4.9   Reference and Perturbation Equation Sets for Perturbation Analysis
 4.10  Summary
 4.11  Problems
       References

Chapter 5. Basic Aerodynamics of Lifting Surfaces
 5.1   Subsonic Airfoil Characteristics
 5.2   Effects of Flaps on Subsonic Airfoil Section Characteristics
 5.3   Wing Planform Characteristics
 5.4   Effects of Flaps on Wing Aerodynamic Characteristics
 5.5   Downwash
 5.6   Summary
 5.7   Problems
       References

Chapter 6. Modeling the Forces and Moments on the Vehicle
 6.1   Taylor-Series Expansion of Aerodynamic Forces and Moments
 6.2   Aerodynamic Forces and Moments Acting on the Vehicle
 6.3   Propulsive Forces and Moments Acting on the Vehicle
 6.4   Fuselage-Reference and Stability Axes
 6.5   Aerodynamic and Propulsive Forces and Moments at the Reference
       Condition
 6.6   Forces and Moments Due to Translational Velocity Perturbations
 6.7   Forces and Moments Due to Angular-Velocity Perturbations
 6.8   Effects of Atmospheric Turbulence on the Forces and Moments
 6.9   Dimensional Versus Nondimensional Derivatives
 6.10  Integration of Forces and Moments into the Equations of Motion
 6.11  Summary
       References

Chapter 7. Effects of Elastic Deformation on the Force and Moments
 7.1   A Motivational Aeroelastic Example
 7.2   Elastic Deformation Revisited
 7.3   Elastic Effects on Lift
 7.4   Elastic Effects on Side Force
 7.5   Elastic Effects on Pitching Moment
 7.6   Elastic Effects on Rolling Moment
 7.7   Elastic Effects on Yawing Moment
 7.8   Generalized Forces Acting on the Elastic Degrees of Freedom
 7.9   Elastic Effects on the Forces and Moments for a Large High-Speed
       Aircraft--A Case Study
 7.10  Integrating Elastic Effects into the Equations of Motion
 7.11  Static-Elastic Effects on a Vehicle's Aerodynamics
 7.12  Summary
 7.13  Problems
       References

Chapter 8. Math Model Assembly and Flight Simulation
 8.1   Linear Model Assembly and Simulation
 8.2   Nonlinear Model Assembly and Simulation
 8.3   Summary
 8.4   Problems
       References

Chapter 9. Analysis of Steady and Quasi-Steady Flight
 9.1   Equilibrium Reference Conditions
 9.2   Concept of Aerodynamic Static Stability--and Criteria
 9.3   Analysis of Steady Rectilinear Flight
 9.4   Analysis of Steady Turning Flight
 9.5   Analysis of Quasi-Steady Pull-Up Maneuvers
 9.6   Summary
 9.7   Problems
       References

Chapter 10. Linear Flight-Dynamics Analysis
 10.1  Linear Systems Analysis--A JITT
 10.2  Linear Flight-Dynamics Perturbation Equations
 10.3  Decoupled Longitudinal and Lateral Directional Linear Models
 10.4  Longitudinal Transfer Functions and Modal Analysis
 10.5  Approximate Models for Aircraft Longitudinal Dynamics
 10.6  Lateral-Directional Transfer Functions and Modal Analysis
 10.7  Approximate Models for Aircraft Lateral-Directional Dynamics
 10.8  Configuration Design to Achieve Desirable Dynamic Characteristics
 10.9  Cross-Axis Coupling
 10.10 On the Flight Dynamics of Flexible Vehicles
 10.11 Summary
 10.12 Problems
       References

Chapter 11. Feedback Stability Augmentation
 11.1  Block Diagrams, Feedback, and Root-Locus Plots--A JITT
 11.2  On Multi-Input/Multi-Output Systems and Coupling Numerators
 11.3  Augmenting the Longitudinal Dynamics
 11.4  Lateral-Directional Stability Augmentation
 11.5  Comments on Elastic Effects
 11.6  Summary
 11.7  Problems
       References

Chapter 12. Automatic Guidance and Control--Autopilots
 12.1  Feedback Control-Law Synthesis Via Loop Shaping--A JITT
 12.2  Inner and Outer Loops, and Frequency Separation
 12.3  The Flight-Dynamics Frequency Spectra
 12.4  Attitude Control
 12.5  Response Holds
 12.6  Path Guidance--ILS Couplers and VOR Homing
 12.7  Elastic Effects and Structural-Mode Control
 12.8  Summary
 12.9  Problems
       References

Chapter 13. Control Characteristics of the Human Pilot
 13.1  Background
 13.2  The Crossover Model
 13.3  Flight-Dynamics Implications of the Human Pilot's Control
       Characteristics
 13.4  Summary
 13.5  Problems
       References

Appendix A Properties of the Atmosphere
Appendix B Data for Several Aircraft
Appendix C Models of Atmospheric Turbulence
Appendix D Cramer's Rule for Solving Simultaneous Equations

Index

 

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• Author: David G. Wilson, Theododios Korakianitis
• Title: The Design of High-Efficiency Turbomachinery and Gas Turbines
• Amazon Link: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0133120007/?tag=pfamazon01-20
• Prerequisities: Calculus, Introductory Physics and/or Aerospace Engineering, Fluid Mechanics, Heat Transfer,
• Level: Undergraduate, Upper Level, or Graduate

The book could also be used as a supplementary/complementary text in an aerospace engineering propulsion course. Aeroderivative gas turbines are used for fixed power sources, either alone or as a front end of a combined cycle (Brayton + Rankine) power plant.

I used the 1985 edition.

Alternative source: http://www.pearson.ch/HigherEducati...Design-of-High-Efficiency-Turbomachinery.aspx

Table of Contents:

Preface.

Note to Readers.

Nomenclature.

A Brief History of Turbomachinery.

1. Introduction.

2. Review of Thermodynamics.

3. Thermodynamics of Gas-Turbine Cycles.

4. Diffusion and Diffusers.

5. Energy Transfer in Turbomachines.

6. Three-Dimensional Velocity Diagrams for Axial Turbomachines.

7. The Design and Performance Prediction of Axial-Flow Turbines.

8. The Design and Performance Prediction of Axial-Flow Compressors.

9. Design Methods for Radial-Flow Turbomachines.

10. Convective Heat Transfer in Blade Cooling and Heat-Exchanger Design.

11. Gas-Turbine Starting and Control-System Principles.

12. Combustion Systems and Combustion Calculations.

13. Mechanical-Design Considerations.

A: Properties of Air and Combustion Products.
B: Collected Formulae.
C: Some Constants.
D: Conversion Factors.

 

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• Author: Meinhard T. Schobeiri
• Title: Turbomachinery Flow Physics and Dynamic Performance
• Amazon Link: https://www.amazon.com/dp/3642246745/?tag=pfamazon01-20
• Prerequisities: Calculus, Introductory Physics and/or Aerospace Engineering, Fluid Mechanics, Heat Transfer
• Level: Undergraduate, Upper Level, or Graduate

Table of Contents:

I Turbomachinery Flow Physics.
- Introduction, Turbomachinery, Applications, Types
- Kinematics of Turbomachinery Fluid Motion
- Differential Balances in Turbomachinery
- Integral Balances in Turbomachinery
- Theory of Turbomachinery Stages
- Turbine and Compressor Cascade Flow Forces

II Turbomachinery Losses, Efficiencies, Blades.
- Losses in Turbine and Compressor Cascades
- Efficiency of Multi-stage Turbomachines
- Incidence and Deviation
- Simple Blade Design
- Radial Equilibrium

III Turbomachinery Dynamic Performance.
- Nonlinear Dynamic Simulation of Turbomachinery Components and Systems
- Generic Modeling of Turbomachinery Components and Systems
- Modeling of Inlet, Exhaust, and Pipe Systems
- Modeling of Recuperators, Combustion Chambers, Afterburners
- Modeling the Compressor Component, Design and Off-Design
- Turbine Aerodynamic Design and Off-Design Performance
- Gas Turbine Engines, Design and Dynamic Performance

IV Turbomachinery CFD-Essentials.
- Basic Physics of Laminar-Turbulent Transition
- Turbulent Flow and Modeling in Turbomachinery


From the publisher:

Provides fundamental principles of Turbomachinery Flow Physics and Dynamic Performance

Successful textbook in its 2nd rigorously updated and enhanced edition incl. new chapters dealing with laminar turbulent transition, turbulence and boundary layer


With this second revised and extended edition, the readers have a solid source of information for designing state-of-the art turbomachinery components and systems at hand.

Based on fundamental principles of turbomachinery thermo-fluid mechanics, numerous CFD based calculation methods are being developed to simulate the complex 3-dimensional, highly unsteady turbulent flow within turbine or compressor stages. The objective of this book is to present the fundamental principles of turbomachinery fluid-thermodynamic design process of turbine and compressor components, power generation and aircraft gas turbines in a unified and compact manner. The book provides senior undergraduate students, graduate students and engineers in the turbomachinery industry with a solid background of turbomachinery flow physics and performance fundamentals that are essential for understanding turbomachinery performance and flow complexes.

While maintaining the unifying character of the book structure in this second revised and extended edition all chapters have undergone a rigorous update and enhancement. Accounting for the need of the turbomachinery community, three chapters have been added, that deal with computationally relevant aspects of turbomachinery design such as boundary layer transition, turbulence and boundary layer.

Publisher's webpage - http://www.springer.com/materials/mechanics/book/978-3-642-24674-6