iAerospace Propulsion Systemsi is a unique book focusing on each type of propulsion system commonly used in aerospace vehicles today rockets, piston aero engines, gas turbine engines, ramjets, and scramjets. Dr. Thomas A. Ward introduces each system in detail, imparting an understanding of basic engineering principles, describing key functionality mechanisms used in past and modern designs, and provides guidelines for student design projects. With a balance of theory, fundamental performance analysis, and design, the book is specifically targeted to students or professionals who are new to the field and is arranged in an intuitive, systematic format to enhance learning.br br p p ul liCovers all engine types, including piston aero enginesli liDesign principles presented in historical order for progressive understandingli liFocuses on major elements to avoid overwhelming or confusing readersli liPresents example systems from the US, the UK, Germany, Russia, Europe, China, Japan, and In