Standard Handbook for Aerospace Engineers 2Ed.

A single source of essential information for aerospace engineers This fully revised resource presents theories and practices from more than 50 specialists in the many sub-disciplines of aeronautical and astronautical engineering-all under one cover. The Standard Handbook for Aerospace Engineers, Second Edition, contains complete details on classic designs as well as the latest techniques, materials, and processes used in aviation, defense, and space systems. You will get insightful, practical coverage of the gamut of aerospace engineering technologies along with hundreds of informative diagrams, charts, and graphs. Standard Handbook for Aerospace Engineers, Second Edition covers: *Futures of aerospace *Aircraft systems *Aerodynamics, aeroelasticity, and acoustics *Aircraft performance *Aercraft flight mechanics, stability, and control *Avionics and air traffic management systems *Aeronautical design *Spacecraft design *Astrodynamics *Rockets and launch vehicles *Earth's environment and space *Attitude dynamics and control *And much more