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    CONTENTS

    PREFACE xi

    1 Classification
    1.1. Duct Jet Propulsion / 2
    1.2. Rocket Propulsion / 4
    1.3. Applications of Rocket Propulsion / 15
    References / 25

    2 Definitions and Fundamentals 27


    2.1. Definition / 27
    2.2. Thrust / 32
    2.3. Exhaust Velocity / 34
    2.4. Energy and Efficiencies / 36
    2.5. Typical Performance Values / 39
    Problems / 41
    Symbols / 43
    References / 44

    3 Nozzle Theory and Thermodynamic Relations 45


    3.1. Ideal Rocket / 46
    3.2. Summary of Thermodynamic Relations / 47
    3.3. Isentropic Flow through Nozzles / 52
    vi CONTENTS

    3.4. Nozzle Configurations / 75


    3.5. Real Nozzles / 85
    3.6. Four Performance Parameters / 92
    3.7. Nozzle Alignment / 94
    3.8. Variable Thrust / 96
    Problems / 97
    Symbols / 99
    References / 100

    Flight Performance 102


    4.1. Gravity-Free Drag-Free Space Flight / 102
    4.2. Forces Acting on a Vehicle in the Atmosphere / 106
    4.3. Basic Relations of Motion / 108
    4.4. Effect of Propulsion System on Vehicle Performance / 115
    4.5. Space Flight / 117
    4.6. Flight Maneuvers / 132
    4.7. Flight Vehicles / 139
    4.8. Military Missiles / 149
    4.9. Aerodynamic Effect of Exhaust Plumes / 152
    4.10. Flight Stability / 153
    Problems / 154
    Symbols / 157
    References / 159

    Chemical Rocket Propellant Performance Analysis 160


    5.1. Background and Fundamentals / 161
    5.2. Analysis of Chamber or Motor Case Conditions / 169
    5.3. Analysis of Nozzle Expansion Processes / 172
    5.4. Computer Analysis / 179
    5.5. Results of Thermochemical Calculations / 180
    Problems / 189
    Symbols / 193
    References / 195

    Liquid Propellant Rocket Engine Fundamentals 197


    6.1. Propellants / 201
    6.2. Propellant Feed Systems / 203
    6.3. Gas Pressure Feed Systems / 205
    CONTENTS vii

    6.4. Propellant Tanks / 211


    6.5. Tank Pressurization / 218
    6.6. Turbopump Feed Systems and Engine Cycles / 221
    6.7. Flow and Pressure Balance / 227
    6.8. Rocket Engines for Maneuvering, Orbit Adjustments, or Attitude
    Control / 228
    6.9. Valves and Pipe Lines / 232
    6.10. Engine Support Structure / 235
    Problems / 236
    Symbols / 238
    References / 239

    7 Liquid Propellants 241


    7.1. Propellant Properties / 242
    7.2. Liquid Oxidizers / 251
    7.3. Liquid Fuels / 255
    7.4. Liquid Monopropellants / 259
    7.5. Gelled Propellants / 261
    7.6. Gaseous Propellants / 263
    7.7. Safety and Environmental Concerns / 264
    Problems / 265
    Symbols / 266
    References / 266

    8 Thrust Chambers 268


    8.1. Injectors / 271
    8.2. Combustion Chamber and Nozzle / 282
    8.3. Heat Transfer Analysis / 308
    8.4. Starting and Ignition / 320
    8.5. Variable Thrust / 323
    8.6. Sample Thrust Chamber Design Analysis / 324
    Problems / 335
    Symbols / 338
    References / 340

    9 Combustion of Liquid Propellants 342


    9.1. Combustion Process / 343
    9.2. Analysis and Simulation / 346
    9.3. Combustion Instability / 348
    VIII CONTENTS

    Problems / 360
    References / 360

    10 Turbopumps, Engine Design, Engine Controls, Calibration,


    Integration, and Optimization 362
    10.1. Turbopumps / 362
    10.2. Performance of Complete or Multiple Rocket Propulsion
    Systems / 384
    10.3. Propellant Budget / 387
    10.4. Engine Design / 389
    10.5. Engine Controls / 396
    10.6. Engine System Calibration / 405
    10.7. System Integration and Engine Optimization / 411
    Problems / 413
    Symbols / 413
    References / 415

    11 Solid Propellant Rocket Fundamentals 417


    11.1. Propellant Burning Rate / 419
    11.2. Basic Performance Relations / 437
    11.3. Propellant Grain and Grain Configuration / 444
    11.4. Propellant Grain Stress and Strain / 453
    11.5. Attitude Control and Side Maneuvers with Solid Propellant
    Rocket Motors / 466
    Problems / 467
    Symbols / 470
    References / 471

    12 Solid Propellants 474


    12.1. Classification / 474
    12.2. Propellant Characteristics / 480
    12.3. Hazards / 487
    12.4. Propellant Ingredients / 494
    12.5. Other Propellant Categories / 505
    12.6. Liners, Insulators, and Inhibitors / 509
    12.7. Propellant Processing and Manufacture / 511
    Problems / 515
    References / 518
    CONTENTS ix

    13 Combustion of Solid Propellants 520


    13.1. Physical and Chemical Processes / 520
    13.2. Ignition Process / 524
    13.3. Extinction or Thrust Termination / 526
    13.4. Combustion Instability / 528
    Problems / 537
    References / 537

    14 Solid Rocket Components and Motor Design 540


    14.1. Motor Case / 540
    14.2. Nozzle / 550
    14.3. Igniter Hardware / 563
    14.4. Rocket Motor Design Approach / 568
    Problems / 575
    References / 577

    15 Hybrid Propellant Rockets 579


    15.1. Applications and Propellants / 580
    15.2. Performance Analysis and Grain Configuration / 585
    15.3. Design Example / 593
    15.4. Combustion Instability / 599
    Symbols / 604
    References / 606

    16 Thrust Vector Control 608


    16.1. TVC Mechanisms with a Single Nozzle / 609
    16.2. TVC with Multiple Thrust Chambers or Nozzles / 620
    16.3. Testing / 621
    16.4. Integration with Vehicle / 621
    References / 623

    17 Selection of Rocket Propulsion Systems 624


    17.1. Selection Process / 625
    17.2. Criteria for Selection / 630
    17.3. Interfaces / 634
    References / 638
    x CONTENTS

    18 Rocket Exhaust Plumes 639


    18.1. Plume Appearance and Flow Behavior / 641
    18.2. Plume Effects / 652
    18.3. Analysis and Mathematical Simulation / 657
    Problems / 658
    References / 658

    19 Electric Propulsion 660


    19.1. Ideal Flight Performance / 666
    19.2. Electrothermal Thrusters / 670
    19.3. Non-Thermal Electric Thrusters / 677
    19.4. Optimum Flight Performance / 696
    19.5. Mission Applications / 700
    19.6. Electric Space-Power Supplies and Power-Conditioning
    Systems / 701
    Problems / 706
    Symbols / 707
    References / 709

    20 Rocket Testing 711


    20.1. Types of Tests / 711
    20.2. Test Facilities and Safeguards / 713
    20.3. Instrumentation and Data Management / 720
    20.4. Flight Testing / 724
    20.5. Postaccident Procedures / 725
    References / 726

    Appendix 1 Conversion Factors and Constants 727


    Appendix 2 Properties of the Earth's Standard Atmosphere 730
    Appendix 3 Summary of Key Equations for Ideal Chemical
    Rockets 731
    Appendix 4 Derivation of Hybrid Fuel Regression Rate
    Equation in Chapter 15 733
    Appendix 5 Alternative Interpretations of Boundary Layer
    Blowing Coefficient in Chapter 15 737
    Index 739

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