| View Larger Image | Physics of Electric Propulsion | Paperbackby Robert G. Jahn (Author)
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| | Binding: | Paperback | | Publisher: | Dover Publications | | Page Count: | 368 Pages | | Publication Date: | May 26, 2006 | | Sales Rank: | 517,451th |
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Geared toward advanced undergraduates and graduate students, this text systematically develops the concepts of electrical acceleration of gases for propulsion. Starting with primary physical principles and concluding with realistic space thruster designs, it surveys aspects of electricity, magnetism, and ionized gas mechanics underlying physical mechanisms of gas acceleration. 1968 edition. |
CUSTOMER REVIEWS (Average Customer Rating: 4.5 based on 2 reviews)
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Great Book! by M. Gibson  5 Stars
March 21, 2009
Great Book! Well written and easy to follow. Very informative of the field and subject matter. Great as an introduction to electric propulsion and for an advanced understanding. Chapters are supported with pictures and diagrams that illustrate the concepts presented.
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A classic textbook by L. Biagioni (Italy)  4 Stars
August 25, 2008
Has been the reference textbook on EP since many years. May need some updating, but it's still a great starting point.
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