The Foundations of Helicopter Flight
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| Rating | : | 4.18 (585 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 047023394X |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 303 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2018-01-23 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
It introduces the principles of rotary wing flight and develops the fundamental equations describing the performance and dynamic behaviour. The helicopter is a sophisticated aircraft and is therefore demanding on its designers. Related titles from Edward Arnold Aerodynamics for Engineering Students, fourth edition E L Houghton and P W Carpenter Aircraft Structures for Engineering Students, second edition T H G Megson Edward Arnold. This unique introductory text charts a journey through the theory, design, construction and operation of helicopters. The difficulties that can arise when the aircraft is considered as a whole are highlighted using many practical examples and case studies. Essential theories are developed and applied to show how the capabilities and behaviour of a helicopter are influenced by the manner in which rotor characteristics interact with those of the airframe. The author examines these problems for situations in which the helicopter is operating
"I consider that is it one of the best and most useful books available for the purpose of instructing undergraduate students or engineers about helicopters, their flight mechanics and design. It is a very readable book considering that the subject matter is scientific and basically quite complicated, and it covers areas that are not to be found in other helicopter texts."Professor, City University, London, UK.
Lecturer in Helicopter Engineering, Department of Aeronautics & Astronautics, Southampton University