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Aerospace engineering : from the ground up
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Publication Information:
Australia : Delmar Cengage Learning c2011
Physical Description:
xv, 299 p. : col. ill., col. maps ; 29 cm.
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9781435447530
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Includes index

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Written with a visual appeal and engaging approach, AEROSPACE ENGINEERING provides an overview of the broad range of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) applications in aerospace engineering. An extensive overview of the history of aviation and technological innovations demonstrate the progression of aerospace technology. The use of case studies and real world examples further supports users' understanding and application of STEM to aerospace engineering. Real world connections combined with narratives make the technical material easier to comprehend. The book includes a complete glossary of all related aerospace terminology as well as firsthand accounts of aerospace professionals in their chosen career along with career opportunities.


Table of Contents

1 Introduction
2 The History of Flight
3 Basic Aerodynamics
4 Flight Dynamics5. Propulsion
6 Avionics and Other Flight Systems
7 Aeronautics
8 Aerospace Physiology
9 Aerospace Materials
10 Remote Systems Design