Aerospace Engineering for Kids: Aeronautical Engineering for Kids From Wings to Engines Explaining How Jet Engines Work, Designing Airplanes, and … How Airplanes Work for Kids and rockets)

Embark on a fascinating journey through the world of aerospace with our comprehensive book designed to inspire future pilots and engineers. From the basics of aerospace engineering, exploring both aeronautical and astronautical fields, to the detailed mechanics of how airplanes and spacecraft are designed, this book is a treasure trove of knowledge. Dive into the history of flight, from the Wright Brothers to modern supersonic jets, and discover the intricate design elements like wing aerodynamics, the role of landing gears, and the cutting-edge technologies used in modern avionics. Understand complex concepts such as the science behind jet engines and the dynamics of supersonic flight through clear, engaging explanations and vivid illustrations. Learn how engineers use wind tunnel testing and multi-disciplinary optimization to refine their designs, ensuring safety and efficiency in the skies. Whether your child dreams of flying high or engineering the next generation of aircraft, this book is the perfect launching pad for their curiosity and passion, providing both a solid educational foundation and a spark for lifelong learning and exploration in the thrilling field of aerospace.
What is Aerospace Engineering?Aeronautical and Astronautical EngineeringHistory of FlightThe Forces of Flight: Lift, Weight, Thrust, and DragIntroduction to Newton’s Laws and FlightThe Importance of Mathematics in Aerospace EngineeringHow Airplanes are Designed, Exploring Multi-Disciplinary OptimizationThe Role of Wind Tunnel Testing in Modern EngineeringThe Structure of an Airplane: Wings, How Airplanes are Designed: AerodynamicsBernoulli’s Principle and Lift ,Vortex Generation and Wingtip DevicesFlaps and Slats: How They Help During Takeoff and LandingHow Air Pressure Affects Flying at High AltitudesAngle of Attack: Controlling the Wings’ Lift, Airflow Around a Wing: Laminar vs. Turbulent FlowAdvanced Flight Dynamics: Fighter Jets and Angle of AttackStability and Control: Elevators, Ailerons, and Rudders ,The Science of Supersonic Flight: Breaking the Sound Barrier ,The Nose: Structure and Aerodynamics, Nose Design: Sensor Integration, Aerodynamics, and Structural Integrity, The Cockpit: Understanding the Instruments and ControlsThe “Black Box”: The Flight Data Recorder, Avionics , Communicate with Ground ControlNavigation Systems, Flight Computers and Autopilot Systems, Radar Systems and Weather DetectionThe Throttle,Terrain Awareness Systems, Thrust Reversers vs. Brakes, Plane Drift & Heading IndicatorGliding Capabilities & Glide Ratio, The Fuselage: Structure and AerodynamicsFuselage Shape and Materials, Stealth Bombers & Radar-Absorbent Materials (RAM)The Three Ways to Make an Airplane Strong, Monocoque ConstructionFrame-Based Construction, Semimonocoque ConstructionAttachment Points Types, The Tail: Structure and AerodynamicsHow Tail and Fuselage Work Together, Tail and Fuselage FactsWhat are the Landing Gears?, Landing Gear Types and SizesLanding Gears in Commercial Airplanes, Landing Gears in Large AirplanesLanding Gears in Small Airplanes, Aircraft Taxiing and Tail DraggersFunctions and Types of Landing Gears ,Hydraulic and Pneumatic Systems in AircraftControlling Landing Gears and Wings,How Airplane Engines Work: Piston Engines ,Thrust and Propeller SystemsThe Science Behind Jet Engines: Turbojet. Turbofan and Turboprop EngineThe Gearbox , Engine Nacelle & Landing Gear Blimps vs. Planes ,Tiltrotor Aircraft ,Afterburner: Extra Thrust, Terminal Velocity & Glide RatioThis book explain to kids all related topics to the science of flight for kids book

ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0DKSQ9YX6
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Independently published (October 23, 2024)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 84 pages
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 979-8344190020
Reading age ‏ : ‎ 7 – 11 years
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 9.8 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.5 x 0.2 x 11 inches