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Space sustainability report : making the case for ESG regulation, international standards and safe practices in earth observation

[S.l.] : Inmarsat | 2022

This report seeks to break through bottlenecks in the space sustainability debate by contributing innovative and practical proposals that can be taken by all participants in the space regime both immediately and into the longer term. I recognise[...]

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Introduction to space science

Ji Wu, Author ; Yongjian Xu, Author ; Qingjiang Bai, Author | New York, NY : Springer | Springer aerospace technology, ISSN 1869-1730 | 2021

This book highlights the technological and managerial fundamentals and frontier questions of space science. Space science is a new interdisciplinary and comprehensive subject that takes spacecraft as the main tools to study the planet Earth, the[...]

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Space engineering

Janos Pinter, Editor ; Giorgio Fasano, Editor | New York, NY : Springer | Springer Optimization and Its Applications | 2016

This book presents a selection of advanced case studies that cover a substantial range of issues and real-world challenges and applications in space engineering. Vital mathematical modeling and numerical solution aspects of each application cas[...]

Space technology : a compendium for space engineering /

Thomas F. Lutsch, Author ; Matthias B. Kowalski, Author | [S.l.] : Walter de Gruyter | De Gruyter Graduate | 2016

This compact work helps the reader understand and develop the theory and technology used in space exploration. After introducing the basic principles it discusses challenges regarding energy sources, energy storage and covers in detail fuel cel[...]

Cosmos : the infographic book of space

Stuart Lowe, Author ; Chris North, Author | London : Aurum Press | 2015

The book explores the secret lives of galaxies and stars. Examines the thousand new planets now discovered beyond the Solar System, checking out their viability for alien life. Chronicles the incredible instruments and machines that are discover[...]

Stratonauts : pioneers venturing into the stratosphere /

Manfred "Dutch" von Ehrenfried, Author | New York, NY : Springer | Springer-Praxis books in space exploration | 2014

"This book defines the altitudes related to the stratosphere, how it changes with latitude and the effects on ascending aviators. Also described is how over time technology enabled aircraft and balloons to achieve higher altitudes. The book sho[...]

Making starships and stargates : the science of interstellar and absurdly benign wormholes /

James F. Woodward, Author | New York, NY : Springer | The Science of Interstellar Transport and Absurdy Benign Wormholes | 2013

This book examines different proposals on the construction of advanced spacecraft and "gates" to other regions of space. It covers current theory, latest and ongoing investigations and experiments, and speculation on what might and might not be[...]

From space to earth

Berndt Feuerbacher, Author ; Ernst Messerschmid, Author | Atglen, PA : Schiffer Pub. Ltd. | 2011

The farthest shore : a 21st century guide to space

Joseph N. Pelton, Editor ; Angelia P. Bukley, Editor | Burlington, Ont. : Apogee books | Space series | 2010

The Farthest Shore is a comprehensive new guide to space systems and exploration as we reach anew into space in the 21st century. Inside this substantially enlarged and revised edition, (now over 500 pages!) everyone from a questing student to [...]

Prepare for launch : the astronaut training process

Erik Seedhouse | New York, NY : Springer | Springer-Praxis books in space exploration | 2010

Frontiers of propulsion science

Marc G. Millis, Editor ; Eric W. Davis, Editor | Reston, VA : American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics | Progress in astronautics and aeronautics | 2009

Smaller satellites operations near geostationary orbit

Matthew T. Erdner | [S.l.] : Nova Science Publisher | Space science, exploration and policies | 2009

Applied project management for space systems

Julie Chesley, Editor ; Wiley J. Larson, Editor ; Marilyn McQuade, Editor ; Robert J. Menrad, Editor | New York : McGraw-Hill | Space technology series | 2008

ESA Technology Tree : Version 2.1

The Technology Strategy Section | [S.l.] : ESA Publications Division | ESA STM | 2008

Human-automation collaboration : : support for lunar and planetary exploration

Marquez, Jessica J., Author ; Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Departement of Aeronautics and Astronautics., Other | [S.l.] : Ft. Belvoir : Defense Technical Information Center | 2007

Balancing task allocation between humans and computers is crucial to the development of effective decision support systems. This thesis investigates the appropriate balance between humans and automation for geospatial path problem solving within[...]

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Human missions to Mars : enabling technologies for exploring the red planet

Donald Rapp | New York, NY : Springer | Springer-Praxis books in astronautical engineering | 2007

William H. Pickering : America's deep space pioneer

Douglas J. Mudgway | [S.l.] : National Aeronautics and Space Administration, NASA History Program Office | NASA History Series | 2007

Utilization of space : today and tomorrow

Berndt (ed.) Feuerbacher ; Heinz (ed.) Stoewer | New York, NY : Springer | 2006

2009 basic science book award from IAA.

The farthest shore : a 21st century guide to space

Joseph N. Pelton, Editor ; Angelia P. Bukley, Editor | Burlington, Ont. : Apogee books | Space series | 2004

The Farthest Shore is a comprehensive new guide to space systems and exploration as we reach anew into space in the 21st century. Inside this substantially enlarged and revised edition, (now over 500 pages!) everyone from a questing student to [...]

Understanding space : an introduction to astronautics

Jerry Jon Sellers | New York : McGraw-Hill | Space technology series | 2004

Space technology

Joseph A. Angelo | [S.l.] : Greenwood Press | Sourcebooks in modern technology | 2003

A ready reference guide that provides nonspecialists with current information on seminal developments in space technology. This first volume of the series includes detailed history of space's technology's evolution, discussion of civilain and mi[...]

L'espace : conquete spatiale, systeme solaire, enjeux, technologies

[S.l.] : Centre National d'Etudes Spatiales | 1999

Space transportation : a systems approach to analysis and design

Walter E. Hammond | Reston, VA : American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics | AIAA education series | 1999

Space transportation : a systems approach to analysis and design

Walter E. Hammond, Author | Reston, VA : American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics | AIAA education series | 1999

his practical book gives the young professional all the information needed to know how to get started in the space business. It takes the reader step by step through processes for systems engineering and acquisition, design and development, cost[...]

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NASA's origins and the dawn of the space age

David S. F. Portree ; United States. ; National Aeronautics and Space Administration. ; History Office National aeronautics and Space Administration | [S.l.] : National Aeronautics and Space Administration, NASA History Program Office | Monographs in Aerospace History | 1998

This book relates the origins of the space age, the creation of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), and the first tentative step toward an operational capability to undertake space exploration.

This new ocean : the story of the first space age

William E. Burrows | Toronto : Random House | 1998

"William Burrows has written the missing book on space-based intelligence systems." McGeorge Bundy "Will tell noninitiates everything they ever wanted to know, or ever dreamed of knowing, about the symbiotic relationship between intelligence col[...]

Cost-effective space mission operations

Wiley J. Larson, Editor ; Daryl G. Boden, Editor | New York : McGraw-Hill | Space technology series | 1996

"Cost-effective space mission operations" describes the relationship between mission operations and the other elements of the space mission and discusses operations tasks. This book defines a process that helps the mission operations manager tra[...]

Introduction to space sciences and spacecraft applications

Bruce A. Campbell ; Samuel Walter Jr. McCandless | [S.l.] : Gulf Publishing Company | 1996

"Introduction to space sciences and spacecraft applications" explains the fundamentals of design, application, and operation of space-based systems. It focuses on the most common uses of spacecraft today: communications, remote sensing, and navi[...]

History of rocketry and astronautics : proceedings of the 22nd and 23rd history symposia of the International Academy of Astronautics, Bangalore, India, 1988, Malaga, Spain, 1989

Cargill R. Hall, Editor ; John Becklaka, Editor | [S.l.] : Univelt | AAS history series | 1995

The problem of space travel : the rocket motor

Hermann Noordung, Editor ; Ernst Stuhlinger, Editor ; United States., Editor ; J. D. Hunley, Editor ; National Aeronautics and Space Administration, Editor ; Jennifer Garland, Editor | [S.l.] : National Aeronautics and Space Administration | NASA SP | 1995