Borden N. Fundamentals of Aircraft Piston Engines 1971 torrent

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A basic, easily-understood text for the beginner or student, this book provides a comprehensive introduction to the operation, performance and maintenance of aircraft piston engines. It answers the need for a complete, up-to-date manual covering everything from the broad fundamentals of engine design to the specifics of various aircraft piston engines now in use. Particular emphasis is given to the new opposed engines that power today's private and business aircraft. Keeping mathematics to a minimum, the fully-illustrated text provides students, flight crews, ground crews and private pilots with the background necessary to utilize the engine and flight manuals published by the manufacturs.
The basic aircraft piston engine
Aircraft terminology
Types of aircraft piston engines
Principal engine systems
Engine performance
Engine operation and maintenance