Jet Web

CONNECTIONS in the Development History of Turbojet Engines 1920 - 1950

Autori

• Dietrich Eckardt

Parametri

• 760 pagine
• 27 ore di lettura

• Costruzione e Statica
• Tecnologia e Ingegneria
• Teoria e storia della scienza

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Focusing on the evolution of turbojet engines, this book traces their development from the 1920s to the 1950s, highlighting key advancements and the interconnectedness of Great Britain, the USA, Germany, and Switzerland. It emphasizes the significant influence of axial-flow compressor design, particularly the contributions of the Swiss/German company BBC Brown Boveri & Cie., on the technology's practical applications. The narrative showcases how these innovations laid the groundwork for the transformative impact of aero propulsion on global air traffic.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2024

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