Aerodynamics of the Helicopter

The classic text on helicopter aerodynamics, Aerodynamics of the Helicopter has been in continuous print for over fifty years Clearly written and well illustrated, the book focuses on fundamental physical relationships without a highly complex mathematical development The emphasis on fundamentals makes the book an ideal indeed, necessary first step towards advanced study The book has found wide readership amongst engineers and others, such as pilots and middle level managers in industry and government, whose work requires them to have than a general, qualitative understanding of the whys and wherefores of helicopter flight ContentsThe Development of Rotating Wing Aircraft An Introduction to the Helicopter An Introduction to Hovering Theory Hovering and Vertical Flight Performance Analyses Factors Affecting Hovering and Vertical Flight Performance Autorotation in Vertical Descent Physical Concepts of Blade Motion and Rotor Control The Aerodynamics of Forward Flight Forward Flight Performance The Prediction and Effects of Rotor Blade Stall An Introduction to Helicopter Stability An Introduction to Helicopter Vibration Problems Appendices Nomenclature, Bibliographies Read Aerodynamics of the Helicopter – kino-fada.fr

Aerodynamics of the Helicopter
  • English
  • 21 December 2017
  • Hardcover
  • 351 pages
  • 0804442754
  • A. Gessow
  • Aerodynamics of the Helicopter