Author: Michael H. Gorn
Publisher: Springer Nature
ISBN: 3030863980
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 183
Book Description
Foreword by Dr. Roger D. Launius, Former NASA Chief Historian For the past 75 years, the U.S. government has invested significant time and money into advanced aerospace research, as evidenced by its many experimental X-plane aircraft and rockets. NASA's X-Planes asks a simple question: What have we gained from it all? To answer this question, the authors provide a comprehensive overview of the X-plane’s long history, from the 1946 X-1 to the modern X-60. The chapters describe not just the technological evolution of these models, but also the wider story of politics, federal budgets, and inter-agency rivalries surrounding them. The book is organized into two sections, with the first covering the operational X-planes that symbolized the Cold War struggle between the U.S. and the U.S.S.R, and the second section surveying post-Cold War aircraft and spacecraft. Featuring dozens of original illustrations of X-plane cross-sections, in-flight profiles, close-ups, and more, this book will educate general readers and specialists alike.
X-Planes from the X-1 to the X-60
Author: Michael H. Gorn
Publisher: Springer Nature
ISBN: 3030863980
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 183
Book Description
Foreword by Dr. Roger D. Launius, Former NASA Chief Historian For the past 75 years, the U.S. government has invested significant time and money into advanced aerospace research, as evidenced by its many experimental X-plane aircraft and rockets. NASA's X-Planes asks a simple question: What have we gained from it all? To answer this question, the authors provide a comprehensive overview of the X-plane’s long history, from the 1946 X-1 to the modern X-60. The chapters describe not just the technological evolution of these models, but also the wider story of politics, federal budgets, and inter-agency rivalries surrounding them. The book is organized into two sections, with the first covering the operational X-planes that symbolized the Cold War struggle between the U.S. and the U.S.S.R, and the second section surveying post-Cold War aircraft and spacecraft. Featuring dozens of original illustrations of X-plane cross-sections, in-flight profiles, close-ups, and more, this book will educate general readers and specialists alike.
Publisher: Springer Nature
ISBN: 3030863980
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 183
Book Description
Foreword by Dr. Roger D. Launius, Former NASA Chief Historian For the past 75 years, the U.S. government has invested significant time and money into advanced aerospace research, as evidenced by its many experimental X-plane aircraft and rockets. NASA's X-Planes asks a simple question: What have we gained from it all? To answer this question, the authors provide a comprehensive overview of the X-plane’s long history, from the 1946 X-1 to the modern X-60. The chapters describe not just the technological evolution of these models, but also the wider story of politics, federal budgets, and inter-agency rivalries surrounding them. The book is organized into two sections, with the first covering the operational X-planes that symbolized the Cold War struggle between the U.S. and the U.S.S.R, and the second section surveying post-Cold War aircraft and spacecraft. Featuring dozens of original illustrations of X-plane cross-sections, in-flight profiles, close-ups, and more, this book will educate general readers and specialists alike.
X-Planes Photo Scrapbook
Author: Dennis R. Jenkins
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781580070768
Category : Research aircraft
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
9x9, 450 black & white, photos and 50 color photos The X-Planes conjure up images of Chuck Yeager first breaking the sound barrier in the X-1 or of the black, bullet-shaped X-15 streaking through the skies at over Mach 6. But there have been 48 more X-designations assigned, as well as a host of other experimental aircraft that did not fall into the formal X-series. Some of these investigated very low-speed flight, vertical take-off, or were technology demonstrators for production military aircraft. Others were missiles, or gliders. One was supposed to be a spacecraft.Tony R. Landis and Dennis R. Jenkins have assembled an outstanding collection of photographs documenting the X-Planes. These photographs come from government and company archives as well as personal and public collections. Hundreds of photos - some in color and many never-before-seen - detail the modern history of experimental flight.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781580070768
Category : Research aircraft
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
9x9, 450 black & white, photos and 50 color photos The X-Planes conjure up images of Chuck Yeager first breaking the sound barrier in the X-1 or of the black, bullet-shaped X-15 streaking through the skies at over Mach 6. But there have been 48 more X-designations assigned, as well as a host of other experimental aircraft that did not fall into the formal X-series. Some of these investigated very low-speed flight, vertical take-off, or were technology demonstrators for production military aircraft. Others were missiles, or gliders. One was supposed to be a spacecraft.Tony R. Landis and Dennis R. Jenkins have assembled an outstanding collection of photographs documenting the X-Planes. These photographs come from government and company archives as well as personal and public collections. Hundreds of photos - some in color and many never-before-seen - detail the modern history of experimental flight.
X-15
Author: Dennis R. Jenkins
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 712
Book Description
1. A new science / 2. A hypersonic research airplane / 3. Conflict and innovation / 4. The million-horsepower engine / 5. High range and dry lakes / 6. Preparations / 7. The flight program / 8. The research program.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 712
Book Description
1. A new science / 2. A hypersonic research airplane / 3. Conflict and innovation / 4. The million-horsepower engine / 5. High range and dry lakes / 6. Preparations / 7. The flight program / 8. The research program.
X-15 Photo Scrapbook
Author: Tony R. Landis
Publisher: Specialty Press (MN)
ISBN: 9781580070744
Category : X-15 (Rocket aircraft)
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The North American X-15 was the last in a line of manned rocket-powered research airplanes built during the 1950s to explore ever-faster and higher flight regimes. This was an era before computers were commonplace, and the only way to investigate the unknown was to go there. The program was launched in 1954 specifically to produce the first hypersonic (velocities greater than five times the speed of sound) manned aircraft. Forward-thinking researchers also decided to design the airplane to fly to the edge of space, long before the manned space program had begun in earnest.An in-depth history of the X-15 program may be found in Hypersonic: The Story of the North American X-15 by Dennis R. Jenkins and Tony R. Landis. This book is a collection of illustrations that were assembled for Hypersonic but would not fit into the finished work. Since many of these are significant and most have never before been published, it was decided to print this scrapbook as a companion volume to Hypersonic. With over 350 b/w and 50 color photos, this scrapbook provides an excellent visual look at a very exciting research program. Dimensions (width x height): 9 x 9 inches # of pages 108 # of color photographs: 400 b/w & color photos
Publisher: Specialty Press (MN)
ISBN: 9781580070744
Category : X-15 (Rocket aircraft)
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The North American X-15 was the last in a line of manned rocket-powered research airplanes built during the 1950s to explore ever-faster and higher flight regimes. This was an era before computers were commonplace, and the only way to investigate the unknown was to go there. The program was launched in 1954 specifically to produce the first hypersonic (velocities greater than five times the speed of sound) manned aircraft. Forward-thinking researchers also decided to design the airplane to fly to the edge of space, long before the manned space program had begun in earnest.An in-depth history of the X-15 program may be found in Hypersonic: The Story of the North American X-15 by Dennis R. Jenkins and Tony R. Landis. This book is a collection of illustrations that were assembled for Hypersonic but would not fit into the finished work. Since many of these are significant and most have never before been published, it was decided to print this scrapbook as a companion volume to Hypersonic. With over 350 b/w and 50 color photos, this scrapbook provides an excellent visual look at a very exciting research program. Dimensions (width x height): 9 x 9 inches # of pages 108 # of color photographs: 400 b/w & color photos
Boeing's B-47 Stratojet
Author: Alwyn T. Lloyd
Publisher: Specialty Press (MN)
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 282
Book Description
The B-47 was the United States Air Forces first strategic jet bomber. When the U.S. Army Air Forces issued a requirement for a jet bomber in 1944, four manufacturers presented proposals. It was Boeings design for the B-47 that won for a number of reasons,but especially because it was capable of carrying the outsized nuclear weapons of the day. The B-47 became the cornerstone of Americas nuclear deterrent force until the B-52 came into the inventory. At the peak of its career in 1956, 1,367 B-47s were in Strategic Air Command (SAC)inventory of 1,650 bombers. The B-47 proved to be as fast as many of the jet fighters of the day, and its pylons. Most large transport airplanes today have this configuration. The design was extremely successful, and was later adapted to the B-52 bomber and the KC-135 tanker, which later formed the basis for the Boeing 707. Infact, almost all jet-powered commercial airliners today can trace their design ancestry back to the B-47. This book covers the B-47s entire history in deep technical detail, with more than 400 photographs, many never before seen. In addition, this work provides a comprehensive overview of B-47
Publisher: Specialty Press (MN)
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 282
Book Description
The B-47 was the United States Air Forces first strategic jet bomber. When the U.S. Army Air Forces issued a requirement for a jet bomber in 1944, four manufacturers presented proposals. It was Boeings design for the B-47 that won for a number of reasons,but especially because it was capable of carrying the outsized nuclear weapons of the day. The B-47 became the cornerstone of Americas nuclear deterrent force until the B-52 came into the inventory. At the peak of its career in 1956, 1,367 B-47s were in Strategic Air Command (SAC)inventory of 1,650 bombers. The B-47 proved to be as fast as many of the jet fighters of the day, and its pylons. Most large transport airplanes today have this configuration. The design was extremely successful, and was later adapted to the B-52 bomber and the KC-135 tanker, which later formed the basis for the Boeing 707. Infact, almost all jet-powered commercial airliners today can trace their design ancestry back to the B-47. This book covers the B-47s entire history in deep technical detail, with more than 400 photographs, many never before seen. In addition, this work provides a comprehensive overview of B-47
Lockheed C-141 Starlifter
Author: Frederick A. Johnsen
Publisher: WarbirdTech
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 116
Book Description
8-1/2 x 11, 250 b/w pgs plus 4 pgs of color photos
Publisher: WarbirdTech
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 116
Book Description
8-1/2 x 11, 250 b/w pgs plus 4 pgs of color photos
Ultimate Scrapbook Style
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781610594813
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 212
Book Description
Scrapbook manufacturers offer products that fit into each of these popular styles: Contemporary, Retro, and Victorian. This book capitalizes on the versatility of these design periods, creating a stylish package that really captures and explores each look. Scrapbookers are always looking for new inspirations. Currently, there are scrapbooking books on techniques, layouts, and themes, but there are no books that focus on particular styles. This series offers scrapbookers an in-depth style book containing a period overview, a "samplings" section that includes color palettes, papers, stamps, clip art and embellishments, and then a range of techniques, mini projects, and layouts, that all fit into the style theme. Readers will learn to successfully design pages that incorporate all the elements of each period, with clever style and flair.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781610594813
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 212
Book Description
Scrapbook manufacturers offer products that fit into each of these popular styles: Contemporary, Retro, and Victorian. This book capitalizes on the versatility of these design periods, creating a stylish package that really captures and explores each look. Scrapbookers are always looking for new inspirations. Currently, there are scrapbooking books on techniques, layouts, and themes, but there are no books that focus on particular styles. This series offers scrapbookers an in-depth style book containing a period overview, a "samplings" section that includes color palettes, papers, stamps, clip art and embellishments, and then a range of techniques, mini projects, and layouts, that all fit into the style theme. Readers will learn to successfully design pages that incorporate all the elements of each period, with clever style and flair.
Wallpaper Paper Plane Kirigami Diy Scrapbook Paper Crafts Abstract Building Colorful Sheet Decorative Design Photo Paper Decoupage
Author: Tukang Warna Warni
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781081277116
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 42
Book Description
These Wallpaper Paper Plane Kirigami Diy Scrapbook Paper Crafts Abstract building Colorful Sheet Decorative Design Photo Paper Decoupage It's not only an ordinary Scrapbook Paper if you are a creative person. It can turn to easy origami, scrapbooking, decoupage, collage art, card making, gift wrap. It does not stop there. It can be printmaking, DIY craft projects, paper crafting, wall sticker collage, even a wallpaper. Yes, you just read it. You can make this ornament book into a wallpaper. Enhance your creativity. Be Different ! Anyone can use it either children or adults. We have tons of plain colored paper and design paper sheet in a paperback book to make the sheets as easily portable. And the best part is we have in a different sizes. You can check it out what size of the paper sheet that suits for you. On this version, our version contains: - 20 different Abstract building Color Scrapbooking Paper Design 20 mixed of Abstract building Color Scrapbooking Paper Design 20 colored sheet of Abstact building color scrapbook paper 40 pages of Abstract building color paper Double-sided same Scrapbook Paper Packs Bright and easy origami for kids Abstract Splash Color Card Making Colorful Colored Sheet Suitable for kindergarten storage Abstract Splash Color Scrapbooking Paper Design colorful sheet is the photo backdrops of Abstract building Color Scrapbook Paper graphics Scrapbook Album - Wallpaper Scrapbook Kit Card Design (8.5x11) series 1
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781081277116
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 42
Book Description
These Wallpaper Paper Plane Kirigami Diy Scrapbook Paper Crafts Abstract building Colorful Sheet Decorative Design Photo Paper Decoupage It's not only an ordinary Scrapbook Paper if you are a creative person. It can turn to easy origami, scrapbooking, decoupage, collage art, card making, gift wrap. It does not stop there. It can be printmaking, DIY craft projects, paper crafting, wall sticker collage, even a wallpaper. Yes, you just read it. You can make this ornament book into a wallpaper. Enhance your creativity. Be Different ! Anyone can use it either children or adults. We have tons of plain colored paper and design paper sheet in a paperback book to make the sheets as easily portable. And the best part is we have in a different sizes. You can check it out what size of the paper sheet that suits for you. On this version, our version contains: - 20 different Abstract building Color Scrapbooking Paper Design 20 mixed of Abstract building Color Scrapbooking Paper Design 20 colored sheet of Abstact building color scrapbook paper 40 pages of Abstract building color paper Double-sided same Scrapbook Paper Packs Bright and easy origami for kids Abstract Splash Color Card Making Colorful Colored Sheet Suitable for kindergarten storage Abstract Splash Color Scrapbooking Paper Design colorful sheet is the photo backdrops of Abstract building Color Scrapbook Paper graphics Scrapbook Album - Wallpaper Scrapbook Kit Card Design (8.5x11) series 1
Hypersonics, Ramjets and Missiles
Author: Chris Gibson
Publisher: Midland Publishing
ISBN: 9781857802580
Category : Jet bombers
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The fourth volume in the British Secret Projects series shows how the hopes of the time failed to see fulfillment. Following a scene-setting introduction, chapters will deal with test vehicles and guided weapons. This includes those developed for air defense, ballistic missile defense, anti-tank weapons, anti-ship ordnance, and stand-off weapons.
Publisher: Midland Publishing
ISBN: 9781857802580
Category : Jet bombers
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The fourth volume in the British Secret Projects series shows how the hopes of the time failed to see fulfillment. Following a scene-setting introduction, chapters will deal with test vehicles and guided weapons. This includes those developed for air defense, ballistic missile defense, anti-tank weapons, anti-ship ordnance, and stand-off weapons.
Lockheed Blackbird Family
Author: Tony R. Landis
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781580072052
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The photos in this edition are black and white. Still the world's most popular and most exciting aircraft, the Lockheed family of A-12, YF-12, D-21/M-21, and SR-71 Blackbirds are to this day the highest-performance jet-powered airplanes ever flown. They have set numerous world speed and altitude records for manned aircraft powered by air-breathing engines that theoretically may never be broken. Although no longer operational, A-12s and SR-71s flew for nearly three decades at speeds in excess of Mach 3 and altitudes of up to 90,000 feet. Expanding on the successful sales of all Specialty Press Blackbird publications is this natural extension of our product line created by compiling many never-before-published photos coupled with new de-classified information recently released by the CIA, including black-and-white of A-12 cockpits, early camera installations, and never-before-seen special camouflage schemes. The photos in this edition are black and white.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781580072052
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The photos in this edition are black and white. Still the world's most popular and most exciting aircraft, the Lockheed family of A-12, YF-12, D-21/M-21, and SR-71 Blackbirds are to this day the highest-performance jet-powered airplanes ever flown. They have set numerous world speed and altitude records for manned aircraft powered by air-breathing engines that theoretically may never be broken. Although no longer operational, A-12s and SR-71s flew for nearly three decades at speeds in excess of Mach 3 and altitudes of up to 90,000 feet. Expanding on the successful sales of all Specialty Press Blackbird publications is this natural extension of our product line created by compiling many never-before-published photos coupled with new de-classified information recently released by the CIA, including black-and-white of A-12 cockpits, early camera installations, and never-before-seen special camouflage schemes. The photos in this edition are black and white.