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Tables of Contents for Rocket Propulsion Elements
Chapter/Section Title
Page #
Page Count
Preface
xi
Classification
1
26
Duct Jet Propulsion
2
2
Rocket Propulsion
4
11
Applications of Rocket Propulsion
15
12
References
25
2
Definitions and Fundamentals
27
18
Definition
27
5
Thrust
32
2
Exhaust Velocity
34
2
Energy and Efficiencies
36
3
Typical Performance Values
39
6
Problems
41
2
Symbols
43
1
References
44
1
Nozzle Theory and Thermodynamic Relations
45
57
Ideal Rocket
46
1
Summary of Thermodynamic Relations
47
5
Isentropic Flow through Nozzles
52
23
Nozzle Configurations
75
10
Real Nozzles
85
7
Four Performance Parameters
92
2
Nozzle Alignment
94
2
Variable Thrust
96
6
Problems
97
2
Symbols
99
1
References
100
2
Flight Performance
102
58
Gravity-Free Drag-Free Space Flight
102
4
Forces Acting on a Vehicle in the Atmosphere
106
2
Basic Relations of Motion
108
7
Effect of Propulsion System on Vehicle Performance
115
2
Space Flight
117
15
Flight Maneuvers
132
7
Flight Vehicles
139
10
Military Missiles
149
3
Aerodynamic Effect of Exhaust Plumes
152
1
Flight Stability
153
7
Problems
154
3
Symbols
157
2
References
159
1
Chemical Rocket Propellant Performance Analysis
160
37
Background and Fundamentals
161
8
Analysis of Chamber or Motor Case Conditions
169
3
Analysis of Nozzle Expansion Processes
172
7
Computer Analysis
179
1
Results of Thermochemical Calculations
180
17
Problems
189
4
Symbols
193
2
References
195
2
Liquid Propellant Rocket Engine Fundamentals
197
44
Propellants
201
2
Propellant Feed Systems
203
2
Gas Pressure Feed Systems
205
6
Propellant Tanks
211
7
Tank Pressurization
218
3
Turbopump Feed Systems and Engine Cycles
221
6
Flow and Pressure Balance
227
1
Rocket Engines for Maneuvering, Orbit Adjustments, or Attitude Control
228
4
Valves and Pipe Lines
232
3
Engine Support Structure
235
6
Problems
236
2
Symbols
238
1
References
239
2
Liquid Propellants
241
27
Propellant Properties
242
9
Liquid Oxidizers
251
4
Liquid Fuels
255
4
Liquid Monopropellants
259
2
Gelled Propellants
261
2
Gaseous Propellants
263
1
Safety and Environmental Concerns
264
4
Problems
265
1
Symbols
266
1
References
266
2
Thrust Chambers
268
74
Injectors
271
11
Combustion Chamber and Nozzle
282
26
Heat Transfer Analysis
308
12
Starting and Ignition
320
3
Variable Thrust
323
1
Sample Thrust Chamber Design Analysis
324
18
Problems
335
3
Symbols
338
2
References
340
2
Combustion of Liquid Propellants
342
20
Combustion Process
343
3
Analysis and Simulation
346
2
Combustion Instability
348
12
Problems
360
1
References
360
2
Turbopumps, Engine Design, Engine Controls, Calibration, Integration, and Optimization
362
55
Turbopumps
362
22
Performance of Complete or Multiple Rocket Propulsion Systems
384
3
Propellant Budget
387
2
Engine Design
389
7
Engine Controls
396
9
Engine System Calibration
405
6
System Integration and Engine Optimization
411
6
Problems
413
1
Symbols
413
2
References
415
2
Solid Propellant Rocket Fundamentals
417
57
Propellant Burning Rate
419
18
Basic Performance Relations
437
7
Propellant Grain and Grain Configuration
444
9
Propellant Grain Stress and Strain
453
13
Attitude Control and Side Maneuvers with Solid Propellant Rocket Motors
466
8
Problems
467
3
Symbols
470
1
References
471
3
Solid Propellants
474
46
Classification
474
6
Propellant Characteristics
480
7
Hazards
487
7
Propellant Ingredients
494
11
Other Propellant Categories
505
4
Liners, Insulators, and Inhibitors
509
2
Propellant Processing and Manufacture
511
9
Problems
515
3
References
518
2
Combustion of Solid Propellants
520
20
Physical and Chemical Processes
520
4
Ignition Process
524
2
Extinction or Thrust Termination
526
2
Combustion Instability
528
12
Problems
537
1
References
537
3
Solid Rocket Components and Motor Design
540
39
Motor Case
540
10
Nozzle
550
13
Igniter Hardware
563
5
Rocket Motor Design Approach
568
11
Problems
575
2
References
577
2
Hybrid Propellant Rockets
579
29
Applications and Propellants
580
5
Performance Analysis and Grain Configuration
585
8
Design Example
593
6
Combustion Instability
599
9
Symbols
604
2
References
606
2
Thrust Vector Control
608
16
TVC Mechanisms with a Single Nozzle
609
11
TVC with Multiple Thrust Chambers or Nozzles
620
1
Testing
621
1
Integration with Vehicle
621
3
References
623
1
Selection of Rocket Propulsion Systems
624
15
Selection Process
625
5
Criteria for Selection
630
4
Interfaces
634
5
References
638
1
Rocket Exhaust Plumes
639
21
Plume Appearance and Flow Behavior
641
11
Plume Effects
652
5
Analysis and Mathematical Simulation
657
3
Problems
658
1
References
658
2
Electric Propulsion
660
51
Ideal Flight Performance
666
4
Electrothermal Thrusters
670
7
Non-Thermal Electric Thrusters
677
19
Optimum Flight Performance
696
4
Mission Applications
700
1
Electric Space-Power Supplies and Power-Conditioning Systems
701
10
Problems
706
1
Symbols
707
2
References
709
2
Rocket Testing
711
16
Types of Tests
711
2
Test Facilities and Safeguards
713
7
Instrumentation and Data Management
720
4
Flight Testing
724
1
Postaccident Procedures
725
2
References
726
1
Appendix 1 Conversion Factors and Constants
727
3
Appendix 2 Properties of the Earth's Standard Atmosphere
730
1
Appendix 3 Summary of Key Equations for Ideal Chemical Rockets
731
2
Appendix 4 Derivation of Hybrid Fuel Regression Rate Equation in Chapter 15
733
4
Appendix 5 Alternative Interpretations of Boundary Layer Blowing Coefficient in Chapter 15
737
2
Index
739