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Development of Piston Aero Engines (Paperback)

by Bill Gunston (Author)
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When the first aviators sought engines to power their flying machines nearly a century ago, they did so in a world of rapid and exciting progress. This was a time of experiment and adventure, in which it soon became clear that what was needed was an engine that could give ample power but within reasonable limits of weight and bulk. That has been the criterion ever since, and still is. Here, expert aviation author Bill Gunston takes a thorough look at the history, development and application of these remarkable power plants, from those used by the Wright Brothers for their pioneering flights in the early 1900s right up to the small engines fitted to microlights today. He assesses what has led to the present state of piston aero engine design, as well as giving some thoughts on what the future might hold. Also included is a comprehensive review of all today's engines: air-cooled, liquid-cooled, units derived from basic automotive (car) designs, as well as some unconventional models. This fully updated second edition includes details of new families of engines being developed at the present time, as well as suggestions as to what the future might hold.

About the Author
BILL GUNSTON, a former RAF pilot and flying instructor, is perhaps the best-known aviation writer in Britain today, with some 300 books published in a fifty-year writing career. His recent books include Night Fighters: A Development and Combat History (2nd edition, 2003) and World Encyclopedia of Aircraft Manufacturers: From the Pioneers to the Present Day (2nd edition, 2005).

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  • Paperback: 244 pages
  • Publisher: Haynes Publishing; 2 edition (November 30, 2006)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1852606193
  • ISBN-13: 978-1852606190
  • Product Dimensions: 9 x 6.5 x 0.6 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #261,966 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars THE DEVELOPMENT OF PISTON AERO ENGINES, January 9, 2007
By Gilbert R. Schwartz (Jefferson City, MO) - See all my reviews
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An excellent, in depth, study of piston aero engines. If you think you know piston engines, read this study. It'll show you how much you don't know, in detail. Well put together, from the earliest to current engines, including the no longer used hyper engines.
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5.0 out of 5 stars An Excellent Read, March 1, 2008
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Another winner from the prolific Bill Gunston. This compact volume is packed with info for the piston aero engine enthusiast. The black and white production is superb, with excellent pictures and/or diagrams on almost every page. Only wish would be a hardback version!
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4.0 out of 5 stars Great book for the enthusiast, February 18, 2007
A highly interesting book on the topic of huge aeroplane engines. Just the right amount of techical language, but very readable as well. He is just a bit cheap on info of the most famous piston engine of all, the Merlin and Rolls-Royce as a company in this field. All in all, however, an entertaining book.
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