Mechanics of Flight
Author | : Alfred Cotterill Kermode |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 512 |
Release | : 2012 |
ISBN-10 | : 1488671923 |
ISBN-13 | : 9781488671920 |
Rating | : 4/5 (920 Downloads) |
Download or read book Mechanics of Flight written by Alfred Cotterill Kermode and published by . This book was released on 2012 with total page 512 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Mechanics of Flight is an ideal introduction to the basic principles of flight for students embarking on courses in aerospace engineering, student pilots, apprentices in the industry and anyone who is simply interested in aircraft and space flight. Written in a straightforward and jargon-free style, this popular classic text makes the fascinating topic of aircraft flight engaging and easy to understand. Starting with an overview of the relevant aspects of mechanics, the book goes on to cover topics such as air and airflow, aerofoils, thrust, level flight, gliding, landing, performance, manoeuv.