Part I - Orbital Mechanics

• Introduction
• Orbital Elements
• Types of Orbits
• Newton's Laws of Motion and Universal Gravitation
• Uniform Circular Motion
• Motions of Planets and Satellites
• Launch of a Space Vehicle
• Escape Velocity
• Thrust
• Drag

Part II - Rocket Propellants

• Introduction
• Liquid Propellants
• Solid Propellants
• Hybrid Propellants
• Tables of Properties

Part III - Rocket Propulsion

• Introduction
• Thrust
• Conservation of Momentum
• Impulse & Momentum
• Combustion
• Specific Impulse
• Engines / Nozzles
• Solid Fuel Geometry

Appendices

• Example Problems
• Units of Weights and Measures
• Physical Properties of Standard Atmosphere
• Drag Coefficients
• Adiabatic Flame Temperature, Molecular Weight, and Specific Heat Ratio
• Supplement #1: Optimizing Expansion for Maximum Thrust