The Development of Piston Aero Engines: From the Wrights to Microlights : A Century of Evolution and Still a Power to Be Reckoned With

This is the history, development and application of piston aero engines, from those used in the Wright Brother's pioneering aircraft at the beginning of the century to the small machines which power microlights today. In addition to listing the various engines it also discusses the principles involved in the working and evolution of these power plants. The book includes details of new families of engines being developed at the present time as well as suggestions as to what the future might hold.