Aerodynamics, 1944, 1944
Scope and Contents
Document Type: Textbook (Technical).
Purpose: Training and Education.
Authority: Author Expertise.
Scope (from Preface):
"THE SUBJECT of aerodynamics is very involved. Because exceptions prevent all-encompassing statements, simplicity with retention of factual data is difficult to obtain. This book briefly presents both elementary and advanced phases of the science of flight as encountered by the practical designer and it will serve as an introduction to aerodynamics.
It is hoped that this material will be of particular help to those who, without previous aeronautical training, are engaged in the design of much needed aircraft."
Contents (from Table of Contents):
I. Physical Properties of the Atomsphere
II. Effects of Deflecting Airstreams
III. Reynolds Number and the Bernoulli Theorem
IV. Lift and Drag
V. Airfoills
VI. Lift-Increasing Devices
VII. Performance
VIII. Stability
IX. Propellers
X. Wind Tunnels
Dates
- Copyright: 1944
- Publication: 1944
Creator
- From the Collection: Aircraft Engine Historical Society, Inc. (Organization)
Conditions Governing Access
This collection is open for research in the Archives & Special Collections reading room. Handling guidelines and use restrictions will be communicated and enforced by archives staff members.
Full Extent
1 Volume (1 book)
Language of Materials
English
Format & Physical Description
Hardcover bound book, 8.5” height x 4.75” depth x 0.5" thickness (124 pages including flyleaf pages). Printed on pulp paper. Includes black & white drawings, charts and tables.
Note: Overall very good condition, slight browning of paper.
Publication Data
Published in 1944 by The Macmillan Company, New York. Copyright 1944 by The Macmillan Company. Printed in the U.S.A.
Preservation
Preservation Level 5. No conservation required as of July 2026.
Source
- Martin, George P. (Donor, Person)
- Aircraft Engine Historical Society, Inc. (Donor, Organization)
Genre / Form
Topical
Repository Details
Part of the The University of Alabama in Huntsville Archives & Special Collections Repository
M. Louis Salmon Library
301 Sparkman Drive
Huntsville Alabama 35899 United States of America
256-824-6523
archives@uah.edu
