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1960
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36 FLIGHT 23 SEPTEMBER i960 Gas Turbines and Jet Propulsion G. GEOFFREY SMITH, M.B.E. Revised and enlarged by F. C. Sheffield This book has been generally recognised as the standard work in its field since it was first published in 1942. Edition by edition the book has necessarily been enlarged, and this edition covers in a most comprehensive manner the entire subject of the gas turbine as applied in aviation today. The fundamentals and history of jet propulsion are explained, and all its main technical aspects dealt with. An exhaustive review of modern British, American, Canadian and European gas turbines is given, and there is much up-to-date information on ramjets, pulsejets, rockets, and the use of the gas turbine for road transport, marine and industrial purposes. 6th Edition. 35s. net. by post 36s. 9d. Some Press opinions ". . . . valuable to all interested in gas turbines, for any purpose." Scientific Lubrication "As a work for general interest and detailed practical knowledge this book earns the highest praise." The Halton Magazine ". . . . should find a place on every technical bookshelf." Interavia (Switzerland) "The book retains its position as an authoritative account of early develop- ment and subsequent progress." Nickel Bulletin "This is literally the standard reference work on this important topical subject and should not be missed." Motor Sport "Anyone interested in 'Jets' will want this book and will find it extremely interesting and useful." Technical Book Review From leading booksellers, published by Iliffe & Sons Limited, Dorset House, Stamford Street, London, S.E.1 SERVICE THE SASCO GROUP offer congratulations and best wishes to the DE HAVILLAND ENTERPRISE on the occasion of their double anniversary, and are happy to have been of service in the supply of accessories STEWART AERONAUTICAL SUPPLY CO. LTD. MILLER AVIATION LTD. f ELECTROCON LTD. SCANRAD LTD. Flexello congratulates The de Havilland Aircraft Co. Ltd. on their achievements in Aviation over the past 40 years Flexello Castors are used in aircraft construction, servicing and maintenance all over the world, and have been supplied to the de Havilland Aircraft Company Limited for many years. = For full particulars write to: g B FLEXELLO CASTORS & WHEELS LIMITED, SLOUGH, BUCKS. g 1 Tel: SLOUGH 24121 „ g Special 3-4 ton Flexello Jacking Castor, Specially designed for the aircraft industry.
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