The Elements of Aerofoil and Airscrew Theory (Cambridge Science Classics)
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| Rating | : | 4.93 (716 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 052127494X |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 244 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2017-06-03 |
| Language | : | English |
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Squire.. More than half a century has elapsed since the first edition of The Elements of Aerofoil and Airscrew Theory appeared in 1926, a period in which massive advances have been made in the understanding and description of aerodynamic phenomena. B. This new paperback edition reprints the text of the second edition of 1947, with supplementary notes by H. Yet Glauert was an acknowledged master of his subject and his book remains the most lucid and best organised introduction to the fundamental principles of aerodynamics that has ever been written
"Definitely an old classic" according to S. C. McParlin. Like many British Aerodynamicists, I was taught the basics of aerofoil and wing design using courses based on this book. It covers much the same ground as Prandtl and Tietjens, but in a much clearer fashion. Of particular interest is the development of lifting-surface theory for finite wings using Fourier analysis.Although most of what is contained in this book has been overtaken by new technology, the strength of the analytical approach shown here is that it gives the reader a better intuitive handle on the sensitivities of different parameters in the design problem.. Great book This is a great book on fundamental principles of aerodynamics. I used it during my final year of aeronautical engineering at the university in the mid-1980s. Certainly not for the beginner but rather those with a good background in Mathematics and Physics and are seeking a rigorous treatment of the subject would find the book interesting and useful.The book has stood the test of time although it can do with some updates to take into account the latest analytical tools.. One of the better propeller mechanics book I have read Jonathan K. One of the better propeller mechanics book I have read, overall well documented, and easy to find just about everything when talking about the theory of airfoils, hydrofoils, and airscrews - propeller performance