9781334264993 - Aerodonetics: Constituting the Second Volume of a Complete Work on Aerial Flight (Classic Reprint) di Lanchester, F. W. (4 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Condizione: New. KlappentextrnrnExcerpt from Aerodonetics: Constituting the Second Volume of a Complete Work on Aerial FlightIn conducting the investigations and otherwise in collecting and arranging the matter included in the two volumes now completed, .

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating world of flight, exploring the principles behind stability and equilibrium in the air. The author, driven by a desire to understand the intricacies of bird flight and its application to mechanical flight, investigates the fundamental forces at play in a manner that was groundbreaking for its time. The book examines the stability of different forms of aerodones, comparing the simple ballasted aeroplane to more complex designs inspired by nature. The author's meticulous experiments with self-designed aerodones, launched by catapults, serve as a testament to the scientific rigor with which he approached the subject. The book goes beyond the simple observations of flight patterns to delve into the complex mathematical equations that govern stability, providing a theoretical framework for understanding the physics of flight. This book offers a captivating blend of scientific observation, experimental methodology, and insightful theoretical analysis, illuminating the challenges and possibilities of achieving stable and controlled flight. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.