: Includes a foreword by Hans von Ohain, a pioneer of the jet engine, providing a historical overview of propulsion technology.

: Detailed analysis and design of engine parts, including inlets, fans, compressors, burners, turbines, and nozzles.

The text is structured to support both introductory and advanced courses in jet propulsion. Its primary areas of study include:

: Methods for predicting off-design performance and matching the engine to the airframe. Key Features

: The successor title, Elements of Propulsion: Gas Turbines and Rockets , expands this foundation to include rocket propulsion systems. Availability and Editions