About the Author

Ronald W. Humble is an internationally recognized expert in the field of space propulsion analysis and design. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in Aerospace Engineering from Purdue University, his Master of Science in Aeronautics and Astronautics from Stanford University, and his Ph.D. in Aeronautics and Astronautics from the University of Washington.

Throughout his career, Humble has worked for various notable organizations including NASA, Boeing, and the Aerospace Corporation. He has also served as a professor at the Air Force Institute of Technology and the University of California, Los Angeles.

Humble’s research focuses on space propulsion systems, rocket combustion, and the application and development of computational methods for space propulsion analysis and design. He has published over 100 technical papers and has received numerous awards for his work, including the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) Propellants and Combustion Award and the AIAA Theromphysics Award.

In addition to his research and teaching, Humble is highly involved in the space propulsion community. He has served on the editorial boards of several technical journals and has been a frequent speaker at industry conferences and workshops.

His expertise in this field is evident in his book, Space Propulsion Analysis and Design, which is widely used as a reference in the space propulsion industry. The book covers a comprehensive range of topics including the analysis and design of rocket engines, thrusters, and advanced propulsion systems.

With his extensive knowledge and experience, Ronald W. Humble continues to make significant contributions to the field of space propulsion analysis and design and remains a prominent figure in the aerospace industry.