Scott Lowther wrote in message ...
S. Lajoie wrote:

Anyone have a good bibliography for me to start reading?

The number of decent books out there is fairly extensive. A somewhat
older photo of part of my own collection:
http://up-ship.com/Stuff/Pdr_0015.jpg

Or can point to a
list of relevant journals?

Journal of Spacecraft and Rockets, along with the Journal of Propulsion
and Power.

Also, I've posted in this news group (and once in s.s.h) a list of
books I've gleaned from the other contributors; part of the list
covers engines and part materials. Search for "FAQ-2-B"; I'll try to
get an update out soon, too.

/dps