Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book dives into the fascinating world of aerial propellers, exploring their design, construction, and testing in the early days of flight. The author delves into the complex physics behind propeller efficiency, detailing how factors like blade shape, pitch, diameter, and speed affect their performance. He also discusses the historical evolution of propellers, from single-threaded screws to multi-bladed designs, analyzing the advantages and disadvantages of each type. The book reveals the intricate interplay between propeller design and the overall performance of an aircraft, showcasing how propeller efficiency directly impacts fuel consumption, speed, and even the aircraft's overall weight. It also examines the challenges of propeller testing, exploring various methods like Herring's apparatus and the giant whirling table used by Vickers Sons Maxim. Through detailed explanations and insightful illustrations, the author provides a captivating glimpse into the engineering and scientific innovations that were crucial to the development of early aviation. This book offers a unique and valuable perspective on the early development of aircraft propellers, highlighting the technological challenges and triumphs of a pivotal era in human history. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781332865451_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781332865451
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)
Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781332865451
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)