Principles Of Nuclear Rocket Propulsion

Author : William J. Emrich Jr.
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 430 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2023-03-11
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780323900317

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Principles of Nuclear Rocket Propulsion by William J. Emrich Jr. Pdf

Principles of Nuclear Rocket Propulsion, Second Edition continues to put the technical and theoretical aspects of nuclear rocket propulsion into a clear and unified presentation, providing an understanding of the physical principles underlying the design and operation of nuclear fission-based rocket engines. This new edition expands on existing material and adds new topics, such as antimatter propulsion, nuclear rocket startup, new fuel forms, reactor stability, and new advanced reactor concepts. This new edition is for aerospace and nuclear engineers and advanced students interested in nuclear rocket propulsion. Provides an understanding of the physical principles underlying the design and operation of nuclear fission-based rocket engines Includes a number of example problems to illustrate the concepts being presented Contains an electronic version with interactive calculators and rotatable 3D figures to demonstrate the physical concepts being presented Features an instructor website that provides detailed solutions to all chapter review questions

Author : David Buden
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 144 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2011-07-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 0974144339

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Nuclear Thermal Propulsion Systems by David Buden Pdf

Interest in rockets that use fission reactors as the heat source has centered on manned flights to Mars. The demands of such missions require rockets that are several times more powerful than the chemical rockets in use today.Rocket engines operate according to the basic principles expressed in Newton's third law of motion: for every action there is an equal and opposite reaction. In a chemical rocket, hot gases are created by chemical combustion; in a nuclear rocket heating of the propellant in a nuclear reactor creates hot gas. In either case, the hot gases flow through the throat of the rocket nozzle where they expand and develop thrust.Extensive development effort has been expended on nuclear rockets. The nuclear Rover/ NERVA rocket programs provide a very high confidence level that the technology for a flight nuclear rocket exists. These programs demonstrated power levels between 507 MWt and 4,100 MWt and thrust levels of up to 930 kN (200,000 Ibf). Specific impulse, a measure of rocket performance, was more than twice that of chemical rockets. Ground testing and technology development has been done on several concepts described in this book. However, though there appear to be no technical barriers to the development of a successful nuclear rocket, no nuclear rockets have been flown in space.This book describes the fundamentals of nuclear rockets, the safety and other mission requirements, developmental history of various concepts both in the U.S. and Russia, and it summarizes key developmental issues.

Author : Martin J. L. Turner
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 428 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2008-11-05
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783540692034

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Rocket and Spacecraft Propulsion by Martin J. L. Turner Pdf

The revised edition of this practical, hands-on book discusses the launch vehicles in use today throughout the world, and includes the latest details on advanced systems being developed, such as electric and nuclear propulsion. The author covers the fundamentals, from the basic principles of rocket propulsion and vehicle dynamics through the theory and practice of liquid and solid propellant motors, to new and future developments. He provides a serious exposition of the principles and practice of rocket propulsion, from the point of view of the user who is not an engineering specialist.

Author : Martin J. L. Turner
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 344 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2006-08-29
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783540270416

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Rocket and Spacecraft Propulsion by Martin J. L. Turner Pdf

The revised edition of this practical, hands-on book discusses the launch vehicles in use today throughout the world, and includes the latest details on advanced systems being developed, such as electric and nuclear propulsion. The author covers the fundamentals, from the basic principles of rocket propulsion and vehicle dynamics through the theory and practice of liquid and solid propellant motors, to new and future developments. He provides a serious exposition of the principles and practice of rocket propulsion, from the point of view of the user who is not an engineering specialist.

Author : Anatoly Lanin
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 115 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2012-10-17
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783642324307

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Nuclear Rocket Engine Reactor by Anatoly Lanin Pdf

This monograph recounts and details the development of a nuclear rocket engine reactor (NRER). In particular, it explains the working capacity of an active zone NRER under mechanical and thermal load, intensive neutron fluxes, and high-energy generation (up to 30 MBT/l) in a working medium (hydrogen) at temperatures up to 3100 K. The design principles and bearing capacity of reactors area discussed on the basis of simulation experiments and test data of a prototype reactor. Property data of dense constructional, porous thermal insulating and fuel materials such as carbide and uranium carbide compounds in the temperatures interval 300 - 3000 K are presented.; technological aspects of strength and thermal strength resistance of materials are also considered. As well, a procedure to design possible emergency processes in the NRER is developed and risks for their origination are evaluated. Finally, prospects for use in pilotless space devices and piloted interplanetary ships are reviewed.

Author : W.H.T. Loh
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 770 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783642461095

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Jet, Rocket, Nuclear, Ion and Electric Propulsion by W.H.T. Loh Pdf

During the last decade, rapid growth of knowledge in the field of jet, rocket, nuclear, ion and electric propulsion has resulted in many advances useful to the student, engineer and scientist. The purpose for offering this course is to make available to them these recent advances in theory and design. Accordingly, this course is organized into seven parts: Part 1 Introduction; Part 2 Jet Propulsion; Part 3 Rocket Propulsion; Part 4 Nuclear Propulsion; Part 5 Electric and Ion Propulsion; Part 6 Theory on Combustion, Detonation and Fluid Injection; Part 7 Advanced Concepts and Mission Applications. It is written in such a way that it may easily be adopted by other universities as a textbook for a one semester senior or graduate course on the subject. In addition to the undersigned who served as the course instructor and wrote Chapter I, 2 and 3, guest lecturers included: DR. G. L. DUGGER who wrote Chapter 4 "Ram-jets and Air-Aug mented Rockets," DR. GEORGE P. SUTTON who wrote Chapter 5 "Rockets and Cooling Methods," DR . . MARTIN SUMMERFIELD who wrote Chapter 6 "Solid Propellant Rockets," DR. HOWARD S. SEIFERT who wrote Chapter 7 "Hybrid Rockets," DR. CHANDLER C. Ross who wrote Chapter 8 "Advanced Nuclear Rocket Design," MR. GEORGE H. McLAFFERTY who wrote Chapter 9 "Gaseous Nuclear Rockets," DR. S. G. FORBES who wrote Chapter 10 "Electric and Ion Propul sion," DR. R. H. BODEN who wrote Chapter 11 "Ion Propulsion," DR.

Author : E. M. Goodger
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 190 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2013-10-22
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781483158600

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Principles of Spaceflight Propulsion by E. M. Goodger Pdf

Division III. Propulsion Systems Including Fuels, Volume 6: Principles of Spaceflight Propulsion provides an introduction to the fundamentals of the processes of energy release and conversion. This book presents the developments of space technology by providing a general view of the propulsion methods available. Organized into seven chapters, this volume begins with an overview of the systems of propulsion in space that are based on the reaction thrust from an ejected jet. This text then explores the basic structural considerations together with a broad illustration of the associated sources of energy. Other chapters consider the decomposition energy release of endothermic compounds and review the methods of application to rocket propulsion. This book discusses as well the essential factors influencing the release of nuclear energy. The final chapter deals with the basis of most systems of spacecraft propulsion, which is the conversion of available energy to the kinetic energy of a propellant jet. This book is a valuable resource for engineers.

Author : Anatoly Lanin
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 115 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2012-10-17
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783642324307

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Nuclear Rocket Engine Reactor by Anatoly Lanin Pdf

This monograph recounts and details the development of a nuclear rocket engine reactor (NRER). In particular, it explains the working capacity of an active zone NRER under mechanical and thermal load, intensive neutron fluxes, and high-energy generation (up to 30 MBT/l) in a working medium (hydrogen) at temperatures up to 3100 K. The design principles and bearing capacity of reactors area discussed on the basis of simulation experiments and test data of a prototype reactor. Property data of dense constructional, porous thermal insulating and fuel materials such as carbide and uranium carbide compounds in the temperatures interval 300 - 3000 K are presented.; technological aspects of strength and thermal strength resistance of materials are also considered. As well, a procedure to design possible emergency processes in the NRER is developed and risks for their origination are evaluated. Finally, prospects for use in pilotless space devices and piloted interplanetary ships are reviewed.

Author : DP Mishra
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 462 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2017-07-20
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781498785365

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Fundamentals of Rocket Propulsion by DP Mishra Pdf

The book follows a unified approach to present the basic principles of rocket propulsion in concise and lucid form. This textbook comprises of ten chapters ranging from brief introduction and elements of rocket propulsion, aerothermodynamics to solid, liquid and hybrid propellant rocket engines with chapter on electrical propulsion. Worked out examples are also provided at the end of chapter for understanding uncertainty analysis. This book is designed and developed as an introductory text on the fundamental aspects of rocket propulsion for both undergraduate and graduate students. It is also aimed towards practicing engineers in the field of space engineering. This comprehensive guide also provides adequate problems for audience to understand intricate aspects of rocket propulsion enabling them to design and develop rocket engines for peaceful purposes.

Author : Howard R. Schmidt,R. S. Decker
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 44 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 1960
Category : Nuclear rocket engines
ISBN : UOM:39015095056324

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The Nuclear Rocket by Howard R. Schmidt,R. S. Decker Pdf

A fundamental and practical survey is made of nuclear rocket application to space vehicle propulsion. The engine is described and propellant and radiation effects are discussed. Project Rover is summarized and performance requirements for a space vehicle are discussed. It is concluded that nuclear rockets can provide substantial performance, reliability, and economic advantages for difficult space missions. (T.R.H.).

Author : Stephen D. Heister,William E. Anderson,Timothée L. Pourpoint,R. Joseph Cassady
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 589 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2019-02-07
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781108422277

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Rocket Propulsion by Stephen D. Heister,William E. Anderson,Timothée L. Pourpoint,R. Joseph Cassady Pdf

Equips students with an up-to-date practical knowledge of rocket propulsion, numerous homework problems, and online self-study materials.

Author : R. W. Bussard,Richard D. De Lauer
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 392 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 1958
Category : Nuclear rocket propulsion
ISBN : WISC:89038753356

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Nuclear Rocket Propulsion by R. W. Bussard,Richard D. De Lauer Pdf

Author : George P. Sutton,Oscar Biblarz
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 785 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2010-02-02
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780470080245

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Rocket Propulsion Elements by George P. Sutton,Oscar Biblarz Pdf

The definitive text on rocket propulsion—now revised to reflect advancements in the field For sixty years, Sutton's Rocket Propulsion Elements has been regarded as the single most authoritative sourcebook on rocket propulsion technology. As with the previous edition, coauthored with Oscar Biblarz, the Eighth Edition of Rocket Propulsion Elements offers a thorough introduction to basic principles of rocket propulsion for guided missiles, space flight, or satellite flight. It describes the physical mechanisms and designs for various types of rockets' and provides an understanding of how rocket propulsion is applied to flying vehicles. Updated and strengthened throughout, the Eighth Edition explores: The fundamentals of rocket propulsion, its essential technologies, and its key design rationale The various types of rocket propulsion systems, physical phenomena, and essential relationships The latest advances in the field such as changes in materials, systems design, propellants, applications, and manufacturing technologies, with a separate new chapter devoted to turbopumps Liquid propellant rocket engines and solid propellant rocket motors, the two most prevalent of the rocket propulsion systems, with in-depth consideration of advances in hybrid rockets and electrical space propulsion Comprehensive and coherently organized, this seminal text guides readers evenhandedly through the complex factors that shape rocket propulsion, with both theory and practical design considerations. Professional engineers in the aerospace and defense industries as well as students in mechanical and aerospace engineering will find this updated classic indispensable for its scope of coverage and utility.

Author : Pasquale M Sforza
Publisher : Butterworth-Heinemann
Page : 848 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2016-08-13
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780128096017

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Theory of Aerospace Propulsion by Pasquale M Sforza Pdf

Theory of Aerospace Propulsion, Second Edition, teaches engineering students how to utilize the fundamental principles of fluid mechanics and thermodynamics to analyze aircraft engines, understand the common gas turbine aircraft propulsion systems, be able to determine the applicability of each, perform system studies of aircraft engine systems for specified flight conditions and preliminary aerothermal design of turbomachinery components, and conceive, analyze, and optimize competing preliminary designs for conventional and unconventional missions. This updated edition has been fully revised, with new content, new examples and problems, and improved illustrations to better facilitate learning of key concepts. Includes broader coverage than that found in most other books, including coverage of propellers, nuclear rockets, and space propulsion to allows analysis and design of more types of propulsion systems Provides in-depth, quantitative treatments of the components of jet propulsion engines, including the tools for evaluation and component matching for optimal system performance Contains additional worked examples and progressively challenging end-of- chapter exercises that provide practice for analysis, preliminary design, and systems integration

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 68 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2024-06-17
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Nuclear Propulsion for Space by Anonim Pdf