This manual provides comprehensive information on Relativistic Flight Mechanics and Space Travel, authored by Richard F. Tinder and published by Morgan & Claypool Publishers. Released on December 1, 2006, this work delves into the feasibility and mechanics of future human space exploration, grounding its discussions in established principles and Einstein's Special Theory of Relativity. It explores the dynamics and kinematics of relativistic space flight from multiple perspectives, utilizing thought experiments and graphical representations to clarify complex concepts such as photon rocketry and Minkowski diagrams. The book is designed for readers with an engineering or science background, offering insights into both conventional and exotic transport systems for interstellar journeys.
The purpose of this manual is to serve as an instructive guide for understanding the intricacies of relativistic space travel. It covers fundamental theories, practical considerations for flight, and comparative observations between spacecraft and Earth-based viewpoints. Key areas include the dynamics of relativistic flight, the principles behind photon rocketry, and geometric treatments of relativistic effects. The manual aims to demystify advanced concepts, making them accessible through clear explanations and illustrative examples, thereby fostering a deeper comprehension of the possibilities and challenges inherent in venturing beyond our galaxy.
Relativistic Flight Mechanics and Space Travel is about the fascinating prospect of future human space travel. Its purpose is to demonstrate that such ventures may not be as difficult as one might believe and are certainly not impossible. The foundations for relativistic flight mechanics are provided in a clear and instructive manner by using well established principles which are used to explore space flight possibilities within and beyond our galaxy. The main substance of the book begins with a background review of Einstein's Special Theory of Relativity as it pertains to relativistic flight mechanics and space travel. The book explores the dynamics and kinematics of relativistic space flight from the point of view of the astronauts in the spacecraft and compares these with those observed by earth's scientists and engineers-differences that are quite surprising. A quasi historical treatment leads quite naturally into the central subject areas of the book where attention is focused on various issues not ordinarily covered by such treatment. To accomplish this, numerous simple thought experiments are used to bring rather complicated subject matter down to a level easily understood by most readers with an engineering or science background. The primary subjects regarding photon rocketry and space travel are covered in some depth and include a flight plan together with numerous calculations represented in graphical form. A geometric treatment of relativistic effects by using Minkowski diagrams is included for completeness. The book concludes with brief discussions of other prospective, even exotic, transport systems for relativistic space travel. A glossary and simple end-of-chapter problems with answers enhance the learning process.
Author: Tinder, Richard F.
Publisher: Morgan & Claypool Publishers
Illustration: n
Language: ENG
Title: Relativistic Flight Mechanics and Space Travel
Pages: 00000 (Encrypted PDF)
On Sale: 2006-12-01
SKU-13/ISBN: 9781598291308
Category: Technology & Engineering : Mechanical
Category: Technology & Engineering : General
Category: Technology & Engineering : Aeronautics & Astronautics
Relativistic Flight Mechanics and Space Travel is about the fascinating prospect of future human space travel. Its purpose is to demonstrate that such ventures may not be as difficult as one might believe and are certainly not impossible. The foundations for relativistic flight mechanics are provided in a clear and instructive manner by using well established principles which are used to explore space flight possibilities within and beyond our galaxy. The main substance of the book begins with a background review of Einstein's Special Theory of Relativity as it pertains to relativistic flight mechanics and space travel. The book explores the dynamics and kinematics of relativistic space flight from the point of view of the astronauts in the spacecraft and compares these with those observed by earth's scientists and engineers-differences that are quite surprising. A quasi historical treatment leads quite naturally into the central subject areas of the book where attention is focused on various issues not ordinarily covered by such treatment. To accomplish this, numerous simple thought experiments are used to bring rather complicated subject matter down to a level easily understood by most readers with an engineering or science background. The primary subjects regarding photon rocketry and space travel are covered in some depth and include a flight plan together with numerous calculations represented in graphical form. A geometric treatment of relativistic effects by using Minkowski diagrams is included for completeness. The book concludes with brief discussions of other prospective, even exotic, transport systems for relativistic space travel. A glossary and simple end-of-chapter problems with answers enhance the learning process.
Author: Tinder, Richard F.
Publisher: Morgan & Claypool Publishers
Illustration: n
Language: ENG
Title: Relativistic Flight Mechanics and Space Travel
Pages: 00000 (Encrypted PDF)
On Sale: 2006-12-01
SKU-13/ISBN: 9781598291308
Category: Technology & Engineering : Mechanical
Category: Technology & Engineering : General
Category: Technology & Engineering : Aeronautics & Astronautics
