Development History of the Gas Turbine Technology for Air, Land and SeaAvailable to Purchase

Gas turbine technology stands as one of the most transformative innovations of the 20th century—powering the fastest modes of transportation and delivering clean and thermally efficient energy across aviation, power generation, and marine industries.

This comprehensive treatise traces the fascinating evolution of gas turbines, exploring over two centuries of scientific inquiry, engineering breakthroughs, and relentless innovations. It uncovers the pivotal moments—from the earliest patents and working models to the advent of closed-cycle gas turbines, combined cycle systems, and cutting-edge advancements in materials, cooling of hot gas-path components, and combustion & emissions control technologies.

Readers will discover:

• A timeline of key developments in gas turbine history

• Detailed insights into core components—compressors, turbines, and combustors

• The role of aerodynamics, thermodynamics, and computational fluid dynamics (CFD) in revolutionizing the gas turbine design

• Advances in high-temperature materials, protective coatings and additive manufacturing

• Development of performance enhancement and performance degradation alleviation technologies

• Environmental progress in reducing emissions and transitioning to hydrogen fuel

• Emerging trends in power generation and the future of gas turbines in a renewable energy landscape

Blending historical context with modern engineering insight, this book provides an in-depth technical narrative accessible to students, professionals, and enthusiasts alike. Whether you’re an engineer, researcher, or energy industry.