Exploration of the fly-by-wire systems, complex hydraulics, and the unique Olympus 593 engines that allowed for sustained supersonic cruise without afterburners.
The book by Kev Darling is a technical and historical reference published by The Crowood Press . Part of the esteemed Crowood Aviation Series, it provides a comprehensive look at the development, technical specifications, and operational history of the world's most famous supersonic transport (SST). Book Overview Concorde (Crowood Aviation Series)
Details on how engineers managed the significant drag rise through the transonic regime and maintained efficient flight at Mach 2.2. Exploration of the fly-by-wire systems
Technical evolution from prototype to production, solving supersonic flight challenges (such as heat dissipation and fuel consumption), and the aircraft's eventual retirement. Core Technical Concepts Addressed Concorde (Crowood Aviation Series)