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Introduction To Space Dynamics (Dover Books On Aeronautical Engineering)
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Although This Classic Introduction To Spaceflight Engineering Was First Published Not Long After Sputnik Was Launched, The Fundamental Principles It Elucidates Are As Varied Today As Then. The Problems To Which These Principles Are Applied Have Changed, And The Widespread Use Of Computers Has Accelerated Problemsolving Techniques, But This Book Is Still A Valuable Basic Text For Advanced Undergraduate And Graduate Students Of Aerospace Engineering.The First Two Chapters Cover Vector Algebra And Kinematics, Including Angular Velocity Vector, Tangential And Normal Components, And The General Case Of Space Motion. The Third Chapter Deals With The Transformation Of Coordinates, With Sections Of Euler'S Angles, And The Transformation Of Angular Velocities.A Variety Of Interesting Problems Regarding The Motion Of Satellites And Other Space Vehicles Is Discussed In Chapter 4, Which Includes The Twobody Problem, Orbital Change Due To Impulsive Thrust, Longrange Ballistic Trajectories, And The Effect Of The Earth'S Oblateness. The Fifth And Sixth Chapters Describe Gyrodynamics And The Dynamics Of Gyroscopic Instruments, Covering Such Topics As The Displacement Of A Rigid Body, Precession And Nutation Of The Earth'S Polar Axis, Oscillation Of The Gyrocompass, And Inertial Navigation.Chapter 7 Is An Examination Of Space Vehicle Motion, With Analyses Of General Equations In Body Conditions And Their Transformation To Inertial Coordinates, Attitude Drift Of Space Vehicles, And Variable Mass. The Eighth Chapter Discusses Optimization Of The Performance Of Singlestage And Multistage Rockets. Chapter 9 Deals With Generalized Theories Of Mechanics, Including Holonomic And Nonholonomic Systems, Lagrange'S Equation For Impulsive Forces, And Missile Dynamics Analysis.Throughout This Clear, Comprehensive Text, Practice Problems (With Answers To Many) Aid The Student In Mastering Analytic Techniques, And Numerous Charts And Diagrams Reinforce Each Lesson. 1961 Edition.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What topics are covered in 'Introduction to Space Dynamics'? A: This book covers a range of topics including vector algebra, kinematics, transformation of coordinates, motion of satellites, gyrodynamics, dynamics of gyroscopic instruments, space vehicle motion, and optimization of rocket performance.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Introduction to Space Dynamics'? A: The author is William Tyrrell Thomson, who is known for his contributions to aerospace engineering education.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: 'Introduction to Space Dynamics' was published on June 1, 1986.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 352 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in aerospace engineering? A: While it is a classic introduction, it is primarily aimed at advanced undergraduate and graduate students of aerospace engineering, so a basic understanding of the subject is recommended.
- Q: Does the book include practice problems? A: Yes, the book includes practice problems with answers to many of them, which can aid in mastering the analytic techniques discussed.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: This is the revised edition of 'Introduction to Space Dynamics'.
- Q: Can this book help with understanding satellite motion? A: Yes, Chapter 4 discusses various problems regarding the motion of satellites and other space vehicles.
- Q: Are there diagrams or charts included in the book? A: Yes, the book includes numerous charts and diagrams that reinforce each lesson.