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Second Stage : Advanced Model Rocketry
Summary: Author - Michael Banks, Tim van Milligan;
Banks put together the first edition of Second Stage: Advanced Model Rocketry in 1985, as a guide to some of the more interesting activities the model rocketry hobby offers. These include scale modeling, aerial photography, and instrumentation & telemetry, among other things. The 2nd edition offers all that and more - and has been carefully and completely updated and expanded by Tim van Milligan, himself an avid hobbyist and model rocket manufacturer. The book is presented in an easy-to-read format, with lots of photos and illustrations (including several useful plans). 72 pages. Paperback;

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The Art of Scale Model Rocketry
Summary: Author - Peter Alway;
The ASMR is a complete how-to manual for building and flying miniature replicas of space boosters, research rockets, and missiles. The ASMR explains the tricks to designing a model, starting from researching data on the real thing (data for several rockets is included, and there is an extensive bibliography of other sources). The ASMR explains the process of selecting a scale, creating accurate plans from data, and insuring your model is stable. The ASMR will even guide you through the rules of NAR Scale and Sport Scale competition. Includes 13 model plans and dozens of illustrations. 96 page wire-bound softcover lies flat for work and photocopying patterns. Softcover.

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Retro Rockets: Experimental Rockets 1926-1941
Summary: Author - Peter Alway;
A book about the early liquid-fueled rockets of Robert Goddard and his contemporaries in the United States, Germany, and the Soviet Union. Most of these rockets make excellent model subjects--all the subjects are documented with the data modelers need. Model rocketeers will also find flying model plans for four of these rockets. High power rocketeers may prefer simply to use the prototype drawings as plans for full-scale replicas. A total of 38 rockets are depicted with fully dimensioned, color-keyed drawings while it lists six more that are depicted in less detail. The book includes many photos as well as features four model plans. 96 pages. Hardcover.

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Parachute Recovery Systems Design Manual
Summary: Author - T. W. Knacke;
The Parachute Recovery Systems Design Manual by Theo Knacke is simply an incredible compilation of parachute design information. It provides you with all the tools necessary to evaluate, select, design, test, manufacture, and operate parachute recovery systems. These devices range from simple, one-parachute assemblies to multiple-parachute systems. All aspects are discussed, including the selection of the most suitable recovery device concept, a computerized approach to parachute performance, force and stress analysis, geometric gore design, component layout, material selection, system design, manufacturing, and in-service maintenance. In short, this is the last word in technical design manuals for recovery systems.

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Rocket Propulsion Elements : An Introduction to the Engineering of Rockets
Summary: Author - George P. Sutton;
This new edition of Rocket Propulsion Elements covers the basic physical principles of rocket propulsion such as nozzle thermodynamics, heat transfer, flight performance, and propellant chemistry for all rocket types, including liquid, solid, hybrid fueled, and electric propulsion systems. Like its predecessors, this Sixth Edition of Rocket Propulsion Elements continues to offer a thorough introduction to basic principles, a description of their physical mechanisms and designs, and an understanding of how rocket propulsion is applied to flying vehicles. 636 pages, Hardcover.

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History of Liquid Propellant Rocket Engines
Summary: Author - George P. Sutton;
This new book, written by one of the foremost experts in rocket propulsion, gives an account of the liquid propellant rocket engine field over the last fourscore and more years. You will learn about the early pioneers, amateur rocket societies, evolution of key hardware components, past investigations of different liquid propellants, reorganizations and mergers of key companies, and the principal areas of current and former applications. Both large pump-fed rocket engine and low thrust gas-pressure-fed rocket engines with multiple thrusters are included. In addition to the United States, histories of rocket engines in Russia, Ukraine, Germany, France, Japan, United Kingdom, People's Republic of China, and India are discussed. this includes some unusual or novel engine features.

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Rockets Of The World
Summary: Author - Peter Alway;
A book about space boosters and sounding rockets compiled with the modeler in mind. 200 versions of 137 rockets from 14 countries. Dimensioned and color-keyed drawings, over 180 black and white photos. 384 page hardcover. Entries on each of the rockets include historical summaries and dimensioned and color-keyed drawings. Most also include photographs. Countries include: Germany, USSR/Russia/Ukraine, USA, France, Japan, China, UK, India, Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, Poland, Spain. Hardcover.

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Handbook of Model Rocketry
Summary: Author - G. Harry Stine;
A fully updated new edition of the bible of model rocketry and the official handbook of the National Association of Rocketry G. Harry Stine was one of the founders of model rocketry and one of its most accomplished and respected figures. His Handbook of Model Rocketry has long been recognized as the most authoritative and reliable resource in the field. Now fully updated and expanded by Harry's son Bill Stine, who inherited his father's passion for model rockets, the new Seventh Edition includes the many changes in the hobby that have occurred since the last edition was published, such as new types of rockets, motors, and electronic payloads, plus computer software and Internet resources. This new edition also includes new photos and a new chapter on high-power rocketry. G. Harry Stine, founder and one-time president of the National Association of Rocketry, started the world's first model rocket company, whose kits are now in the Smithsonian. Bill Stine, also a model rocket expert, is the founder and president of Quest Aerospace Inc.

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Model Rocket Design and Construction: How to Create and Build Unique and Exciting Model Rockets That Work
Summary: Author - Timothy S. Van Milligan;
120 pages, 16 chapters, 240 illustrations, 40 photographs. This is a new book geared towards modelers wanting to know more about the art and science of building better rockets. Includes chapters on design, improving performance, constructions and other topics. The coverage of glider and helicopter recovery, the glossary, and construction and repair techniques is very good. Hardcover.

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Blast Off! : Rocketry for Elementary and Middle School Students
Summary: Author - Leona B. Nielsen;
Packed with fascinating facts and motivational activities, this book helps you create a thematic unit on rocketry. Lessons include information on the beginning of rocketry and explanations of basic scientific principles of rocket flight. Featuring scientific experiments for students, language activities-even a dramatic play (based on the science of rocketry)-this book is a complete teaching package. Grades 4-8.

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