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Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product. The fun, hands-on way to learn about rocket scienceYes, as a matter of fact, is IS rocket science! And because this book is written for the popular Evil Genius format, it means you can learn about this fascinating and growing hobby while having run creating 50 great projects. You will find a detailed list of materials, sources for parts, schematics, and lots of clear, well-illustrated instructions. Projects include a camera rocket, video camera rocket, hydrogen-fueled rocket, UFO, and more Projects start out basic and gradually become more sophisticated Perfect for science fairs and school projects
Thermal systems are essential features in power, chemical processing, air conditioning, and other industries where heat and power are used. As the cost and complexity of designing thermal systems have increased, the need to understand and improve the design process has also grown. This book describes recent progress in the design of thermal systems. The book begins with a brief history and outline of developments in thermal system design. Chapters then discuss computer design tools for the power and chemical industries, predicting physical properties with computational tools, the use of 'pinch analysis' to improve thermal efficiency, applications of the exergy concept, the emerging concept of thermoeconomics, and the potential for artificial intelligence and expert systems in the design of thermal systems. With chapters written by internationally recognised authorities, the book offers a state-of-the-art review for both researchers and practitioners in mechanical, aerospace, chemical, and power engineering.
* Provides an overview of review articles on topics of current interest
Advances in Heat Transfer fills the information gap between
regularly scheduled journals and university level textbooks by
providing in-depth review articles over a broader scope than in
journals or texts. The articles, which serve as a broad review for
experts in the field, will also be of great interest to
non-specialists who need to keep up to date with the results of the
latest research. It is essential reading for all mechanical,
chemical and industrial engineers working in the field of heat
transfer, graduate schools or industry.
Now in paperback, the life and legacy of the much-overlooked yet highly influential Robert Goddard--the brilliant, eccentric, and controversial pioneer of the space age. More famous in his day than Einstein or Edison, the troubled, solitary genius Robert H. Goddard was the American father of rocketry and space flight, launching the world's first liquid-fuel rockets and the first powered vehicles to break the sound barrier. Supported by Charles Lindbergh and Harry Guggenheim, he devised the methods that carried men to the moon. Today, no rocket or jet plane can fly without his inventions. Yet Goddard is the "forgotten man" of the Space Age. After the Germans launched the V-2 missiles of World War II, the American government usurped his 214 patents and suppressed his contributions in the name of national security, until it was forced to pay one million dollars for patent infringement. Goddard became famous again; monuments and medals raining upon his memory. But his renewed fame soon faded, and Goddard's pivotal role in launching the Space Age has been largely forgotten--until now.
This collection of all of Stan Shiels articles for World Pumps
covers specification, operational issues, troubleshooting and the
well-known PumpAcademy articles which covered specific topics of
importance to pump engineers. The result is a volume which is
enjoyable and instructive to read, containing facts and opinions as
fresh as the day they were written.
More famous in his day than Einstein or Edison, the troubled, solitary genius Robert H. Goddard (1882-1945) was the American father of rocketry and space flight, launching the world's first liquid-fuel rockets and the first powered vehicles to break the sound barrier. Supported by Charles Lindbergh and Harry Guggenheim, through fiery, often explosive, experiments at Roswell, New Mexico, he invented the methods that carried men to the moon. Today, no rocket or jet plane can fly without using his inventions. Yet he is the "forgotten man" of the space age. His own government ignored his rocketry until the Germans demonstrated its principles in the V-2 missiles of World War II. The American government usurped his 214 patents, while suppressing his contributions in the name of national security, until it was forced to pay one million dollars for patent infringement. Goddard became famous again, monuments and medals raining upon his memory. But his renewed fame soon faded, and Goddard's pivotal role in launching the Space Age has been largely forgotten.
Electric Vehicle Battery Systems provides operational theory and
design guidance for engineers and technicians working to design and
develop efficient electric vehicle (EV) power sources. As Zero
Emission Vehicles become a requirement in more areas of the world,
the technology required to design and maintain their complex
battery systems is needed not only by the vehicle designers, but by
those who will provide recharging and maintenance services, as well
as utility infrastructure providers. Includes fuel cell and hybrid
vehicle applications.
Zhao has had 15 years experience with laser diagnostics in combustion flows, and Ladommatos (Brunel U.) as many with internal combustion engine research and diagnostics. They team up to bridge the gap between researchers in engine development and specialists in the development of diagnostic techniqu
Turboexpanders and Process Applications offers readers complete
application criteria, functional parameters, and selection
guidelines. This book is intended for the widest possible spectrum
of engineering functions, including technical support, maintenance,
operating, and managerial personnel in process plants, refineries,
air liquefaction, natural gas separation, geothermal mining, and
design contracting.
The process of fuel injection, spray atomization and vaporization,
charge cooling, mixture preparation and the control of in-cylinder
air motion are all being actively researched and this work is
reviewed in detail and analyzed.
Advances in Heat Transfer is designed to fill the information gap between regularly scheduled journals and university level textbooks by providing in-depth review articles over a broader scope than is allowable in either journals or texts.
Research into thermal convection in porous media has substantially
increased during recent years due to its numerous practical
applications. These problems have attracted the attention of
industrialists, engineers and scientists from many very diversified
disciplines, such as applied mathematics, chemical, civil,
environmental, mechanical and nuclear engineering, geothermal
physics and food science. Thus, there is a wealth of information
now available on convective processes in porous media and it is
therefore appropriate and timely to undertake a new critical
evaluation of this contemporary information. "Transport Phenomena
in Porous Media" contains 17 chapters and represents the collective
work of 27 of the world's leading experts, from 12 countries, in
heat transfer in porous media. The recent intensive research in
this area has substantially raised the expectations for numerous
new practical applications and this makes the book a most timely
addition to the existing literature. It includes recent major
developments in both the fundamentals and applications, and
provides valuable information to researchers dealing with practical
problems in thermal convection in porous media. Each chapter of the
book describes recent developments in the highly advanced
analytical, numerical and experimental techniques which are
currently being employed and discussions of possible future
developments are provided. Such reviews not only result in the
consolidation of the currently available information, but also
facilitate the identification of new industrial applications and
research topics which merit further work.
Research and development of photovoltaic solar cells is playing an ever larger practical role in energy supply and ecological conservation all over the world. Many materials science problems are encountered in understanding existing solar cells and the development of more efficient, less costly, and more stable cells. This important and timely book provides a historical overview, but concentrates primarily on exciting developments in the last decade. It describes the properties of the materials that play an important role in photovoltaic applications, the solar cell structures in which they are used, and the experimental and theoretical developments that have led to the most promising contenders.
Advances in Heat Transfer is designed to fill the information gap between regularly scheduled journals and university level textbooks by providing in-depth review articles over a broader scope than is allowablein either journals or texts.
During this century, as no other, the two themes of mathematics and heat transfer have become inextricably intertwined, and it was with this underlying sentiment that this volume was conceived. It includes contributions from fifteen countries throughout the world, covering various problems in heat transfer. The contributors work in diverse fields and include mathematicians, theoretical engineers, experimentalists and industrialists.
Thermal systems are essential features in power, chemical processing, air conditioning, and other industries where heat and power are used. As the cost and complexity of designing thermal systems have increased, the need to understand and improve the design process has also grown. This book describes recent progress in the design of thermal systems. The book begins with a brief history and outline of developments in thermal system design. Chapters then discuss computer design tools for the power and chemical industries, predicting physical properties with computational tools, the use of 'pinch analysis' to improve thermal efficiency, applications of the exergy concept, the emerging concept of thermoeconomics, and the potential for artificial intelligence and expert systems in the design of thermal systems. With chapters written by internationally recognised authorities, the book offers a state-of-the-art review for both researchers and practitioners in mechanical, aerospace, chemical, and power engineering.
This interesting book examines the development of the engine from an historical perspective. Originally published in Japanese, The Romance of Engines' English translation offers readers insight into lessons learned throughout the engine's history. Topics Covered Include: Newcomen's Steam Engine The Watt Steam Engine Internal Combustion Engine Nicolaus August Otto and His Engine Sadi Carnot and the Adiabatic Engine Radial Engines Piston and Cylinder Problems Engine Life Problem of Cooling Engine Compartments Knocking Energy Conservation Bugatti Volkswagen Rolls Royce Packard Daimler-Benz DB601 Engine And more. Well-illustrated with numerous charts, drawings, and figures, The Romance of Engines is a book that belongs on the bookshelf of all engine designers, engine enthusiasts, and automotive historians.
For over a quarter of a century this serial publication, Advances in Heat Transfer, has filled the information gap between the regularly scheduled journals and university-level textbooks. The series presents review articles on special topics of current interest.
Advances in Heat Transfer is designed to fill the information gap between regularly scheduled journals and university level textbooks by providing in-depth review articles over a broader scope than is allowablein either journals or texts.
Written primarily for fleet management personnel with purchasing, maintenance, or operations responsibilities, Alternative Fuels: Emissions, Economics, and Performance provides essential information for those who are considering adding alternatively-fueled vehicles to their fleets. Readers will gain a solid understanding of the fundamentals of alternative fuels and the factors that need to be considered when evaluating their use. No prior knowledge of alternative fuels is necessary. Basic information on the various alternative fuels and objective data on the costs of converting, fueling, and operating alternatively-fueled vehicles is covered in this book. Fuel cost, performance, reliability, and availability are addressed. The book also discusses the 1990 amendments to the Clean Air Act and the 1992 Comprehensive National Energy Policy Act. A summary of Texas' state law, considered to be representative of state legislation on alternative fuels and a glossary of key terms, are also included. Eight chapters cover: Review of Engine Technology; Characteristics of Alternative Fuels; Conversion of Spark Ignition Engines; Conversion of Compression Ignition Engines; Refueling Facilities; Legislation and Policies; and Cost Considerations. The book is also an ideal introduction to the topic for legislators, administrators, educators, and anyone interested in learning more about alternate fuels.
Advances in Heat Transfer is designed to fill the information gap
between the regularly scheduled journals and university level
textbooks, allowing for in-depth review articles on a broader scope
than is allowable in either journals or texts.
Engineering curricula are notoriously demanding. One way to make the material easier to grasp and more fun to learn is to emphasize the experimental or "hands-on" aspects of engineering problems. This unique book is about learning through active participation in laboratory experiments, and it specifically aims to dispel some of the mystery so many students associate with the study of thermodynamics and heat transfer. In it, the author presents a collection of experiments in heat transfer and thermodynamics contributed by leading engineering educators. The experiments have been tested, evaluated, and proved successful for classroom use. Each experiment follows the same step-by-step format, which includes the objective of the experiment, apparatus needed, procedure, suggested headings, and references. The experiments use apparatus that is easily built or attainable. Among the topics covered are heat conduction, convection, boiling, mixing, diffusion, radiation, heat pipes and exchangers, and thermodynamics. The book will be especially useful as a companion to standard heat transfer and thermodynamics texts.
This volume in a series on heat transfer covers the modelling of the dynamics of turbulent transport processes, supercritical pressures, hydrodynamics, mass transfer near rotating surfaces, lost heat in entropy and the mechanics of heat transfer in a multifluid bubbling pool. Other related titles are "Advances in Heat Transfer," volumes 18, 19 and 20.
A highly readable and authoritatively written book with an important message for US industry and government in a world of long-term uncertainty of gasoline price and availability. The author argues persuasively that current low fuel prices and the relative lack of competition in the US auto market are creating an unwillingness by US car companies to innovate and take risks to improve their product. Needed product improvements relate not only to fuel economy, but also to a wide range of technological features. Choice The halcyon days of low oil prices in the 1980s are fated to give way to another major oil crisis, asserts the author of this comprehensive, carefully documented analysis. Researched under the auspices of the Federation of American Scientists, this study presses for development of automotive fuel economy technologies. Bleviss focuses on two interrelated themes--the spector of another oil crisis and its effect on the light transportation industry. Foreign makers of light vehicles are already ahead of domestic automakers in developing new fuel economy technologies. The study suggests that unless the United States moves aggressively to develop these technologies now, the nation will be unprepared for the severity of the approaching world-wide crisis and for the research advantage gained by foreign industry.
Beginning with the basic principles and concepts of aeropropulsion combustion, this text goes on to explore specific processes, limitations and analytical methods as they bear on component design. The text features invited work of prominent specialists in aircraft gas turbine engines. |
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