Title:
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Introduction to rocket science and engineering
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Authors:
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Travis S. Taylor, Author
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Material Type:
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book
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Publisher:
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Boca Raton, Florida ; London ; New York : CRC Press, 2009
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ISBN / ISSN / EAN :
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978-1-4200-7528-1
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Format:
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xiii, 310 p. / ill. / 25 cm
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Bibliography note:
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Includes bibliographical references and index
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Languages:
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English
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Class number:
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TL782
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Subjects:
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Rocketry
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Rockets (Aeronautics)
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Rockets (Aeronautics)--Design and construction
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Description:
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Providing the knowledge needed by practicing rocket scientists and engineers, Introduction to Rocket Science and Engineering presents the history and basics of rocket theory, design, experimentation, testing, and applications. It covers an array of fields, from advanced mathematics, chemistry, and physics to logistics, systems engineering, and politics." "Taking readers through the process of becoming a rocket scientist or engineer, this book supplies a hands-on understanding of the many facets of rocketry. It provides the ideal foundation for readers to continue on their journey in rocket science and engineering
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Contents note:
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What are rockets? -- Why are rockets needed? -- How do rockets work? -- How do rocket engines work? -- Are all rockets the same? -- How do we test rockets? -- Are we thinking like rocket scientists and engineers?
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Format :
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In print
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