Aircraft Structures (Dover Books on Aeronautical Engineering)

Book Details

• Publisher: Dover

• Author: David Peery

• Language: English

• Edition: Illustrated

• ISBN: 9780486485805

• Pages: 576

• Cover: Paperback

• Format: Illustrated

• Dimensions: 9.2 x 6.2 x 1.3 inches

About The Book

Aircraft Stress Analysis by David Peery, published by Dover on November 16, 2011, is an illustrated 576-page paperback edition that remains a cornerstone reference for those studying aircraft stress analysis. Originally published in 1950, this legendary book continues to be widely regarded as the best text on the subject, offering a detailed exploration of fundamental structural theory that remains relevant even as new materials and construction techniques are developed.

Peery’s work covers a broad range of topics in aircraft stress analysis, starting with the equilibrium of forces and space structures and advancing through more complex subjects like shear and bending stresses, inertia forces, and load factors. The text also includes discussions on beams with unsymmetrical cross-sections, spanwise air-load distribution, external loads on the airplane, and special methods of analysis.

This book is particularly suited for undergraduate students studying aerospace engineering or related fields. The final chapters, which deal with topics involving aerodynamics, allow students to apply their knowledge from concurrent courses. With its clear explanations and systematic approach, Aircraft Stress Analysis provides a solid foundation for students and professionals looking to master the principles of aircraft structural mechanics.